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Pyracantha coccinea

Scarlet Pyracantha

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Connon Nursery

 

Description

This evergreen shrub will grow about 8'-10' tall and 8'-10' wide. It has small, dark green leaves with white flowers that bloom in the spring and orange berries that are in season during the fall.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Width Range

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Orange

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.