Sungari redbead cotoneaster
Cotoneaster racemiflorus var. soongoricus
Sungari redbead cotoneaster (Cotoneaster racemiflorus var. soongoricus) is a shrub suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 6–10 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide, needs low water, and prefers full sun to partial shade. Large arching shrub with white spring flowers and persistent red berries; excellent for screens or hedges.
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At a glance
- Botanical name
- Cotoneaster racemiflorus var. soongoricus
- Variety / cultivar
- (species, Plant Select)
- Type
- Shrub
- Mature size
- 6–10 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide
- Planting spacing
- ~10 ft apart (7 ft for a hedge/screen)
- Hedge use
- Informal hedge or screen
- Hardiness zones
- USDA 4–7
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Water needs
- low water
- Sun
- Best in full sun; tolerates partial shade.
- Colorado native
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- clay, loam, sandy
- Soil pH
- 6.5–8.0
- Hail tolerance
- high
- Wind tolerance
- high
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
- Pollinator value
- moderate
- Site uses
- Slopes & erosion control, Hellstrips / parking strips
Things to know before you plant
- Messy dropIt drops messy fruit, pods, or litter, so keep it off patios, walks, and pool decks.
Wildlife & ecology
- Pollinator value
- moderate
- Deer
- Generally deer-resistant
Common problems on the Front Range
- Fireblight
- Oystershell scale
- Pear sawfly (pearslug)
These are general tendencies for this group of plants on the Front Range, not a diagnosis. Many are stress-driven and preventable with good siting and watering. For a specific plant or an active problem, consult a certified arborist or your local CSU Extension office.
Planting & establishment
Drought-tolerant once established; tolerates poor soil.
- Pruning: light.
- Fruit: ornamental.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Sungari redbead cotoneaster good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes, Sungari redbead cotoneaster is a well-suited shrub for Colorado's Front Range.
- What should I know before planting Sungari redbead cotoneaster?
- The main things to know: It drops messy fruit, pods, or litter, so keep it off patios, walks, and pool decks.
- How big does Sungari redbead cotoneaster get?
- It matures to about 6–10 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide.
- How far apart do I plant Sungari redbead cotoneaster?
- Space Sungari redbead cotoneaster about 10 ft apart for a full, natural form, or about 7 ft apart for a faster hedge or screen.
- Is Sungari redbead cotoneaster hardy on the Front Range?
- Sungari redbead cotoneaster is hardy in USDA 4–7. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b–6a, so it is well within range.
- How much water does Sungari redbead cotoneaster need?
- It needs low water once established.
- How fast does Sungari redbead cotoneaster grow?
- Sungari redbead cotoneaster is a moderate-growing shrub. Growth rate depends on water and site conditions on the Front Range.
- Is Sungari redbead cotoneaster native to Colorado?
- No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.
- Is Sungari redbead cotoneaster deer-resistant?
- Sungari redbead cotoneaster is generally considered deer-resistant, though no plant is deer-proof when browse pressure is high.
- Is Sungari redbead cotoneaster prone to pests or disease on the Front Range?
- Sungari redbead cotoneaster can be affected by fireblight and other issues common to this group on the Front Range. These are general tendencies, not a diagnosis, many are stress-driven and preventable with good siting and watering. For a specific plant or an active problem, consult a certified arborist or CSU Extension.
- Is Sungari redbead cotoneaster a good hedge plant?
- Yes, as an informal hedge. Sungari redbead cotoneaster works best as a relaxed hedge or screen kept to its natural form rather than sheared into a tight box.
