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The Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis / Cotoneaster spp.) is a charming outdoor bonsai known for its delicate leaves, elegant arching branches, and colourful seasonal changes. In spring it produces small white or pink-tinged blossoms, followed by vibrant red berries in autumn, making it a beautifully expressive tree throughout the year. Its natural trailing and cascading habit makes it especially suited to waterfall or semi-cascade styles.
This particular tree stands approximately 40cm tall and is presented in a blue glazed bonsai pot measuring 22cm depth and 22cm width. Its flowing foliage, fine ramification, and seasonal interest make it an excellent focal point for patios, balconies, or outdoor living spaces.
| Height | Depth | Width | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonsai Tree | 40cm | 36cm | 70cm |
| Pot | 13cm | 22cm | 22cm |
| Aprox Trees’s Age | 20 Years Old | ||
| Type of Tree | Evergreen |
Please Note: Measurements given are approximate. Depending on the season, the appearance of the tree may vary. The tree that you receive may differ in size and shape to the photo if it has grown or been pruned since.
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Watering
No strict schedule, watering needs vary based on climate, soil, airflow, and pot size.
We recommend using the submersion method, which we’ve detailed on our Best Way to Water a Bonsai Tree blog post.
Feeding
Feed weekly or fortnightly from March to October with Chrysal Liquid Bonsai Feed (2 ml per litre of water). Add directly to the water during submersion.
Use Naruko Slow Release Fertiliser, either sprinkled on the soil or placed in a fertiliser baskets.
Regular feeding is important for encouraging flowering and berry formation. Once flowers appear, you may reduce feeding slightly to support fruiting rather than excessive foliage growth.
Regular pruning maintains the elegant, flowing shape of your cascading cotoneaster.
During the growing season (March–September):
Trim back new shoots once they extend beyond your desired silhouette.
Lightly pinch back soft growth to refine the cascading form.
Remove spent flowers and any damaged leaves to promote clean new growth.
Cotoneaster can be wired throughout the year, though late autumn is ideal when the structure is more visible.
Branches are flexible when young but become more brittle with age, so wire gently and check regularly to prevent marks.
Check out our Bonsai Pruning and Wiring Services.
Repot in early spring with a well-draining bonsai soil mix.
Check out our Bonsai Tree Repotting Services.
Take a look at our Cotoneaster Bonsai Care Guide page for a more in-depth guide on looking after your new tree.
