Cotoneaster plant named ‘Belka’

Abstract

A new and distinct Cotoneaster dammeri cultivar is provided which unlike previously known cultivars displays very good tolerance to fire blight ( Erwinia amylovora ). The foliage is attractive dense medium green and is semi-glossy on the upper surface and dull and pubescent on the under surface. A creeping growth habit with erect branching is displayed. Good cold tolerance has been observed. The new cultivar is well suited for use as an improved attractive low-growing ornamental ground cover.

1. A new and distinct  Cotoneaster dammeri  plant having the following combination of characteristics:
 (a) forms attractive dense medium green foliage that is semi-glossy on the upper surface and dull and pubescent on the under surface,  
 (b) exhibits a creeping growth habit with erect branching,  
 (c) is well suited for use as an attractive low-growing ornamental ground cover,  
 (d) displays very good tolerance to fire blight ( Erwinia amylovora ), and  
 (e) displays good winter hardiness;  
 
       substantially as herein illustrated and described.