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Himalayan Tree Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster frigidus, Rosaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Flowering QuinceChaenomeles speciosa
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Wilson's BarberryBerberis wilsoniae
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Hollyleaf CherryPrunus ilicifolia

Large cotoneaster trees create heavy shade and compete for water with native Prunus species

Uses

Functions

Windbreak ScreeningWildlife CorridorErosion ControlPollinator Support

Edible Parts

Berries

Medicinal Uses

Digestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Himalayan Tree Cotoneaster grow in?

Himalayan Tree Cotoneaster grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Himalayan Tree Cotoneaster?

Good companions for Himalayan Tree Cotoneaster include Flowering Quince, Wilson's Barberry.

Design guilds with Himalayan Tree Cotoneaster and see companion relationships visually.

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