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Ninebark vs Shiny Cotoneaster (Hedge Cotoneaster)

Physocarpus opulifolius

Cotoneaster lucidus

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Ninebark
Shiny Cotoneaster (Hedge Cotoneaster)

Ninebark is a small, multi-stemmed shrub, that is used to add texture or colour to any yard.

It features flaky, cinnamon-brown bark, attractive white flowers, and long, maple-like leaves.

The Shiny Cotoneaster (Hedge Cotoneaster) is a dense, deciduous shrub that gets its name from the glossy dark green leaves that turn an eye-catching mix of red and purple in the fall.
It produces small, pink flowers in spring and by late summer they are followed by red berries that ripen to black. This plant is great for attracting wildlife as it is loved by both birds and butterflies.

While the Shiny Cotoneaster does produce berries, they are inedible to humans. This plant takes pruning and shearing well, making it easy to shape to your liking and is a great choice for a hedge or privacy screen in your yard.

NINEBARK QUICK FACTS

SHINY COTONEASTER (HEDGE COTONEASTER) QUICK FACTS

Zone: 2a
Zone: 3a
Height: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Fall colour: mix of yellow scarlet, red, purple
Berries: small pink to purple berry like follicles
Flowers: small white clusters
Flowers: small, pale pink
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Toxicity: may cause stomach upset

Other Names: hedge cotoneaster, shiny leaf cotoneaster