Firethorn. A vigorous bushy shrub with arching branches of glossy bright green leaves. Clusters of white flowers are produced in early summer followed by dark orange berries. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers June to July. Fruits July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Pyracantha ‘Orange Charmer’
A vigorous bushy shrub with arching branches of glossy bright green leaves. Clusters of white flowers are produced in early summer followed by dark orange berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Pyracantha |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Orange Charmer' |
| Common Name | Firethorn |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | orange |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Wall shrub, Border |
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