Himalayan Cotoneaster Hedge (Cotoneaster Simonsii)

Cotoneaster Simonsii Hedge Plants Description

Cotoneaster Simonsii is a semi evergreen hedge that sits upright, unlike its ground covering siblings, and is often referred to as the Himalayan Cotoneaster.

Cotoneaster Simonsii hedges are great at providing wildlife with shelter and food, with its colourful red and orange berries during the colder months, as well as its delicate white flowers that have a pink tinge to them in the summer, waiting to be pollinated by insects.

It has dark green glossy leaves that turn a beautiful shade of red come autumn, providing a gorgeous spectacle in your garden. It can easily be pruned into a neat hedge, and is a great plant for providing shade as it loves to reside in full sunlight. Pruning and cutting back of this hedge is best done during the latter part of winter.

Cotoneaster Simonsii hedging prefers soil that is either clay, chalk, sand or loam, and is well drained year round. It can reach heights of eight feet, and the same in width too. It can take anywhere between ten and twenty years for this hedge to reach its ultimate height and size, and is well suited for hedges where a height of three to six and half feet is desired. It grows on average thirty centimetres a year (twelve inches), and we would recommend planting three of these per metre.

This plant is listed on Scedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act as an invasive non-native species. Although it is not banned from sale, it is an offence to plant or cause these to grow in the wild in England and Wales.

Pruning Advice

Prune Cotoneaster simonsii in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Focus on removing dead, damaged, or overcrowded branches to encourage healthy growth and maintain its shape. Light trimming can also be done after flowering to keep the shrub tidy, but avoid heavy pruning during the growing season to preserve its berries. Additionally, thinning out the centre of the plant improves air circulation, reducing the risk of disease. Regular pruning helps maintain its compact form and encourages vibrant berry production in autumn.

Further Information

The recommended planting densities for pot-grown plants are provided, but this is largely a matter of personal preference. You may choose to increase or decrease the density based on your budget and how quickly you want the hedge to establish. Cell-grown plants should be spaced at 4 per metre in a single row, or ideally 6 per metre in a staggered row for better coverage.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £7.99 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £14.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £60 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.