Firethorn
Common Name: Firethorn
Species Name: Pyracantha coccinea
Family Name: Rosaceae
Examples of Firethorn Pyracantha coccinea
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Asia Minor |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 18-foot diameter, 18-foot height
- Leaves: Simple, alternate, evergreen, narrow elliptic to lanceolate, 1-2.5 inches long, crenulate-serrulate
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6º |
| Notes | Vigorous grower that needs room or lots of pruning, beautiful fruit all winter long |