Cotoneaster frigidus 'Saint Monica'

A seedling of Cotoneaster frigidus, this Himalayan species seedling was originally raised at the St Monica convent in Bristol. A small evergreen tree, the leaves are dark green in spring and summer, sometimes turning rich shades of purple in the autumn and winter, making a perfect foil for the clusters of dark red fruits.

Cotoneaster frigidus 'Saint Monica' is a lovely and unusual tree with year round interest.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: June.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
• Habit: Cotoneaster frigidus 'Saint Monica' grows to be a very large shrub or small branching tree once established.
  • Height: 4 m (13 ft).
  • Spread: 4 m (13 ft).