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Pyracantha coccinea (Pyracantha or Firethorn)

Pyracantha or Firethorn

Pyracantha coccinea

Discontinued

Semi-evergreen thorny shrub valued for its robust display of red berries in the fall / winter. A quick grower that does demand some maintenance, otherwise becomes a large upright shrub. Clusters of white flowers are somewhat fragrant. Needs full sun for berries. Tolerates hot and dry conditions well.


Flower Color:

White

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Height

10 Feet

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Spread

15 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 6

Characteristics & Attributes

Deer Tolerance
Low
Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Habit
Semi Evergreen
Water Needs
Low