Coral Beauty Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster dammeri 'Coral Beauty'

Nature Hills Nursery

Coral Pink Berries and Fall Color Transform this Cotoneaster Dammeri into a Year-Round Visual Showstopper
Heat Tolerant: Thrives in Zones 5-10
Grows 1-2 ft Tall, 5-6 ft Wide
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant
Showy White Blooms in Late Spring

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: This shrub thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light daily for the most vibrant red berries and dense growth. While it tolerates partial shade, you will likely see fewer flowers and a more open, leggy habit in lower light conditions.
Soil: It prefers well-drained soil and isn't picky about pH levels. If you are dealing with heavy clay, mix in some organic compost to improve drainage, as "wet feet" or standing water will quickly cause root rot in this species.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water your Coral Beauty Cotoneaster twice a week to help the roots knit into the surrounding soil. Once established, this plant is remarkably drought tolerant and generally only needs supplemental water during extreme summer heatwaves. If the soil stays bone-dry for too long, you might notice the leaves looking dull and the fall berry production significantly decreasing.

Pruning Tips

Since this variety blooms on old wood, you should only prune it immediately after the spring flowers have faded to avoid cutting off next year's buds. Use a "haircut" technique by thinning out the oldest branches at the base to encourage fresh, vigorous growth from the center. This approach maintains its natural arching shape rather than creating a stiff, sheared look that hides its character.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring just as new green growth begins to appear. Avoid using high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer or fall because this can stimulate soft, tender growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. This late-season growth is easily damaged by winter chill, which can lead to unsightly dieback in the spring.

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Flowering, Deer-resistant, Hedge/Screen, Drought resistant, Attracts pollinators, Groundcover
Hardiness Zone	5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	1-2 ft
Width	5-6 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Growth Rate	Fast
Growth Habit	Bushy, Spreading, Trailing
Blooms In	Spring
Flower Color	White
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Botanical Name	Cotoneaster dammeri 'Coral Beauty'
Species	dammeri
Cultivar	Coral Beauty
Class	Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Pink berries and fall color, the colorful, reliable Coral Beauty Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster dammeri 'Coral Beauty') packs big ornamental features in a petite plant. They are fine-textured, low-growing and a single plant will spread quite wide.

Coral Beauty Cotoneaster adds a lot of visual interest in the toughest parts of your landscape. Tiny white flowers festoon the densely held, yet graceful and arching, branches in late spring and are sought out by pollinators!

All season, you'll enjoy a soft transition plant that easily grounds the look of your plantings. Watch how fast they'll develop into a solid carpet of dark green, lustrous foliage that shines in the sun.

In fall, leaves burnish into an eye-catching Merlot red. Include these groundcovers in a prominent spot. You'll want everyone to see these small shrubs. Beyond the beautiful fall color, the autumn plant is punctuated with a wonderfully showy display of outstanding coral-colored berries. The berries truly "pop" against the dark wine-colored fall foliage!

The berries look great through late fall, when the last are enjoyed by local songbirds. Use several plants together to create a long ribbon of fall color to tie the look of your entire design together.

You'll rave about these hard-working plants that give so much, but ask for little in return!

Planting and Application:

These sun-loving small plants can brighten some of the most modern landscape situations, including controlling erosion on terraced areas or hillsides. They also easily soften up harsh, concrete retaining walls. Plant them close to the lip of the wall, and encourage the long, multi-branched new growth to spill down below. Soon enough, you'll enjoy a reliable show in all seasons.

Layer in these durable, rugged little broadleaved evergreen shrubs along the edge of a retaining wall or spill along the lower end of a tall slope. Use Coral Beauty on a slope to create a noteworthy focal point in your landscape. Depending on the height of your slope, you could consider a solid mass planting.

You'll quickly enjoy a beautiful mat that works hard to suppress weeds and easily ground your plantings. It won't take long to grow together and look very well established. Plant throughout Rock Gardens, cottage borders, and throughout your landscape in the sun or part shade.

For a solid carpet, plant them three and a half feet apart on center. You'll measure from the center of one to the center of the next. Stagger additional rows as needed to cover your ground. Mulch between the plants and keep new mass plantings weeded.

Arching Branches Covered in Tiny White Blooms in Late Spring
Glossy, Dark Green Foliage All Growing Season
Bold Purple-Red Fall Color
Showy, Long-Lasting Coral-Pink Berries in Fall
Berries are Eaten by the Birds
Remains Evergreen in Warmer Zones
Great for Mass Plantings & Slopes
Wide-Sprawling, Ground-Covering Solution Plant

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Keep your Coral Beauty Cotoneaster happy and healthy with a spot in full sun. It needs at least six hours of direct sunlight a day. It performs best in very well-drained soil. Water it regularly for the best performance and longest life!

In the coldest Zones it is rated for, consider a sheltered spot away from the worst of the winter winds. It does hold its leaves in most years, with a possible exception. In Zone 5 or 6, it may be semi-evergreen and hold leaves on the branch tips, while dropping the rest in cold and exposed situations.

Very gently rake your plants in early spring to clean them up from leaf litter. You can also carefully use a leaf blower … which makes the job more fun. Apply a three-inch layer of mulch, pulling it back away from the stems.

Prune wayward branches back below the outline of the canopy after the pretty flowers are passed. The goal of pruning should be to reduce the size while retaining the true mounded and arching growth habit.

Other than that, no special care is required for these low-growing shrubs. These ground cover plants are durable, charming, and easy plants that will cover your ground with color!

Full Sun
Widely Adaptable - Any Well-Drained Soils
Moderate Moisture Needs
Cold Hardy & Heat Tolerant
Widely Adaptable to a Variety of Climates
Deer Don't Prefer the Taste of this Fine-Textured Plant

Order the gorgeous Coral Beauty Cotoneaster from Nature Hills this season and gain a lovely accent at ground level! Don't miss this year's crop! Coral Beauty Cotoneaster is a perfect choice!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is Coral Beauty Cotoneaster suitable for?

Coral Beauty Cotoneaster thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This tough groundcover handles both cold winters and hot summers while maintaining its evergreen foliage. Plant it in full sun for best berry production and fall color.

What is the mature size and spread of Coral Beauty Cotoneaster?

Coral Beauty Cotoneaster stays low-growing but spreads quite wide, typically reaching 1-2 feet tall and 6-8 feet across at maturity. This fine-textured groundcover develops into a solid carpet of foliage that works beautifully for erosion control or softening retaining walls. Shop at Nature Hills for quality plants.

What are the planting instructions for Coral Beauty Cotoneaster?

Plant Coral Beauty Cotoneaster in full sun with well-draining soil. This low-growing groundcover spreads wide, making it perfect for slopes, erosion control, and spilling over retaining walls. Space plants according to desired coverage area, allowing room for their natural spreading habit.

What type of soil does Coral Beauty Cotoneaster prefer?

Coral Beauty Cotoneaster thrives in well-draining soil and tolerates poor, rocky conditions once established. This tough groundcover adapts to various soil types, making it ideal for challenging spots like slopes and retaining walls. Plant in full sun for best berry and fall color production.

How often should I water Coral Beauty Cotoneaster after planting?

Water newly planted Coral Beauty Cotoneaster deeply 2-3 times per week for the first month, then reduce to weekly watering. Once established, these drought-tolerant groundcovers need minimal irrigation. Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 2 inches deep before watering.

Does Coral Beauty Cotoneaster require pruning, and when?

Coral Beauty Cotoneaster requires minimal pruning due to its naturally low, spreading growth habit. Light pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain shape and removes any winter-damaged branches. Trim back overly long shoots to encourage denser growth and better berry display.

Will Coral Beauty Cotoneaster produce berries reliably, and what color are they?

Yes, Coral Beauty Cotoneaster reliably produces showy coral-colored berries each autumn that create stunning contrast against the dark wine-red fall foliage. The berries persist through late fall until songbirds consume them. Plant in full sun for the most reliable berry production.