Pyracantha coccinea
Scarlet Firethorn
Flower Color
Description
An upright, to spreading, slow-growing evergreen shrub to 2m (6½ft)m high and wide, with green and cream variegated leaves, often tinged with dark pink in colder weather. The branches are spiny and dense clusters of small, white flowers in late spring appear on the previous year's growth. These are followed by a profusion of bright orange-red berries in autumn.
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 6-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
City and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensClimber and wall shrubsFlower borders and bedsHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5LP130010V0050Z00010 | €16.50 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.