Tom Thumb Dwarf Cotoneaster
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Tom Thumb Dwarf Cotoneaster |
| Botanical Name | Cotoneaster dammeri 'Tom Thumb' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Mature Height | 10 to 12 in |
| Mature Width | 4 to 5 ft |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Bloom Color | White-pink |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | May to June |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Red |
| Attributes | Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 7 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water if rainfall is less than 1" per week during spring and summer. Reduce water from late August to mid October. Cotoneaster are shallow rooted it is a good practice to soak the plants one last time in late fall before ground is frozen. |
| Fertilize Notes | Apply compost or a slow release fertilizer yearly. |
| Prune Notes | Prune after bloom. Cut flowered branches down by half and the oldest branches to within 10" of ground. Prune to shape anytime. |