5ft Tall | By Direct Plants
Elegant, graceful, and beautifully architectural, Cotoneaster × hybridus ‘Pendulus’ is supplied as a premium weeping tree at 5ft tall by Direct Plants. Grown and carefully selected at our award-winning family nursery in Norfolk, this exceptional ornamental variety is celebrated for its cascading branches and outstanding seasonal interest.
Highly regarded as one of the finest weeping specimen trees, ‘Pendulus’ brings movement and structure to the garden throughout the year, while maintaining an attractive pendulous form in every season. Its naturally arching branches and balanced framework make it ideal for feature planting, lawns, traditional gardens, courtyards, and landscape settings where elegance and year-round impact are desired.
Weeping Tree
(Cotoneaster × hybridus ‘Pendulus’ – Ornamental, approx. 10–15ft / 3–4.5m at maturity, depending on conditions and training)
Spring: Small white flowers appear along the cascading branches, attracting bees and pollinators.
Summer: Dense green foliage forms a flowing canopy, adding texture and softness to the garden.
Autumn: Bright red berries develop, providing striking seasonal colour and valuable food for birds.
Habit: Develops a naturally pendulous, umbrella-shaped crown with elegant trailing branches — offering structure and beauty without overwhelming the space.
Fully hardy and adaptable, this variety thrives in most soil types and performs best in a sunny or lightly shaded position. It is ideally suited to planting directly into the ground, allowing it to establish naturally and showcase its full ornamental character.
What You Receive
• 1 premium Cotoneaster × hybridus ‘Pendulus’ Weeping Tree, approx. 5ft tall
• Clearly labelled variety for confidence and traceability
• Carefully grown and prepared by our experienced nursery team in Norfolk, UK
• Securely packaged for safe delivery
• A fully hardy outdoor tree selected for ornamental performance, structure, and longevity
We specialise in high-quality, well-formed trees that provide instant impact and long-term value — ideal for gardeners who appreciate considered planting and premium stock.
Planting & Care Guide
Our trees are supplied ready for planting, ensuring excellent condition on arrival.
Planting Steps:
• Choose a sunny or lightly shaded position
• Dig a hole wide enough to allow the roots to spread naturally
• Position the tree at the same depth it was previously grown
• Backfill, firm gently, and water thoroughly
• Stake during establishment, especially in exposed locations
• Mulch around the base (keeping clear of the trunk) to retain moisture
• Water regularly throughout the first growing season
Once established, Cotoneaster × hybridus ‘Pendulus’ is low-maintenance and exceptionally rewarding, delivering:
• An elegant weeping structure
• Seasonal white blossom
• Vibrant red berries
• Excellent wildlife value
Whether planted as a standalone feature tree, in formal landscaping, or incorporated into a mixed ornamental scheme, the Cotoneaster × hybridus ‘Pendulus’ Weeping Tree is a timeless and striking choice — grown with care and delivered direct from our nursery to your garden.
