Bearberry Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster dammeri is a highly valued evergreen groundcover shrub, appreciated for its low, spreading, and prostrate habit, making it ideal for slopes, rock gardens, borders, and mass plantings. It forms a dense mat of creeping branches that effectively limits erosion while maintaining a neat appearance all year round. Its glossy dark green evergreen foliage sometimes takes on bronze hues in winter, adding additional seasonal interest. In spring, it produces small, discreet but melliferous white flowers, followed in autumn by an abundant fruiting of very decorative, persistent, bright red berries that are enjoyed by wildlife. Hardy, tolerant, and easy to maintain, Cotoneaster dammeri is well-suited to Quebec's conditions and is an excellent choice for sustainable, low-maintenance landscaping.