Thyme Leaf Cotoneaster on Standard - Cotoneaster microphylla 'Thymifolius'

A darling little shrub for the miniature garden that has been trained "on standard," which means that trunk. :o) Keep the pompom on top trimmed in a ball shape, or train it to create a canopy. A whimsical fairy garden tree or railroad garden. It is highly coveted as a tree for the miniature garden because the foliage is in-scale AND the pretty spring flowers turn into berries for the summer and it looks like an apple tree. Easy Pruning/Maintenance: Trim wayward branches or any branch that is growing downwards. Pinch-off any new growth along the trunk. **Year Round Interest: Flowers bloom in the springtime which turn to berries that last through the fall and winter.  White or pinkish flowers in the spring followed by red inedible berries Trees are about 12" tall Great for in-ground or containers Also known as 'Thyminifolia' Full sun to part sun In desert areas shelter it from the hot sun Cold hardy in Zones 5 to 9, or to -20F Heat zones 8 - 6 Needs well-drained soil Regular water