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Plant Profile: Cotoneaster coriaceus
Parney cotoneaster is a hardy evergreen shrub native to China, characterized by its upright yet loosely spreading growth. When fully grown, it can reach heights and widths of 6 to 10 feet. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, demonstrating drought resistance once it is well established.
In the spring, it produces clusters of small white flowers, which later develop into vibrant red berries that appear in late summer and persist through the fall and into winter. These berries are a favorite food source for birds and small mammals.
However, Parney cotoneaster has also escaped cultivation and has become invasive in California. It is often utilized as a hedge or privacy screen, making it suitable for slopes or adding visual interest during the winter months.
Parney Cotoneaster
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Cotoneaster dammeri
Bearberry cotoneaster is a low-growing, spreading shrub that is either evergreen or semi-evergreen, typically reaching heights of 1 to 2 feet and widths of up to 6 feet. As it grows, its branches tend to root along the ground. In spring, it produces white flowers, which give way to red berries that can last through the winter. The foliage transforms into shades of reddish-bronze to purple in the fall. This plant thrives in well-drained soils and is versatile enough to adapt to different soil types.
It is particularly effective for use in rock gardens and on low banks, serving as a natural solution for erosion control. Once established, it demonstrates drought resistance and can quickly cover a designated area. Regular pruning may be necessary to maintain a tidy appearance.
Quick Identification Tips:
Potential Issues: Susceptible to lace bug infestations and spider mites, especially in dry conditions.
Bearberry Cotoneaster
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Cunila origanoides (American Dittany, Common Dittany, Dittany, Fairy Skirts, Frost Flowers, Frost Mint, Maryland Dittany, Stone Mint, Sweet Horsemint, Wild Oregano)
American Dittany is a fragrant perennial herb native to the mint family. Its genus name, Cunila, is derived from the Latin word for marjoram, while the species name, origanoides, comes from the ter
American Dittany, Common Dittany, Dittany, Fairy Skirts, Frost Flowers, Frost Mint, Maryland Dittany, Stone Mint, Sweet Horsemint, Wild Oregano
Cunila \ origanoides \ Lamiaceae
Cunninghamia lanceolata (China Fir)
The plant exhibits a vibrant green hue throughout the growing season, adorned with clusters of small, square-shaped cones. As it matures, the interior often turns brown. This species thrives in aci
China Fir
Cunninghamia \ lanceolata \ Cupressaceae
Cuphea hyssopifolia (Elfin Herb, False Heather, Hawaiian Heather, Mexican Heather)
Mexican Heather, also known as False Heather, is a compact evergreen shrub that originates from Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It has become established in Hawaii, where it is often regarded as a
Elfin Herb, False Heather, Hawaiian Heather, Mexican Heather
Cuphea \ hyssopifolia \ Lythraceae
Cuphea ignea (Firecracker Plant, Mexican Cigar Plant)
The Mexican Cigar Plant exhibits a degree of drought resistance but thrives in light, well-drained, and consistently moist soil. Although this tender perennial is often cultivated as an annual, it
Firecracker Plant, Mexican Cigar Plant
Cuphea \ ignea \ Lythraceae
Cuphea llavea (Bat-faced Cuphea, Bat Flower, False Heather, Red Cuphea)
The Bat-faced Cuphea, also known as Red Cuphea, is a perennial sub-shrub that hails from Mexico and belongs to the loosestrife family. In North Carolina, it can be cultivated as an annual, a contai
Bat-faced Cuphea, Bat Flower, False Heather, Red Cuphea
Cuphea \ llavea \ Lythraceae
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