Pyracantha care guide
Pyracantha
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7d
Water
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365d
Feed
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200-400cm
Height
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H6
Hardy
About Pyracantha
Pyracantha, commonly known as Firethorn, is a robust, evergreen shrub widely grown in UK gardens for its vibrant berries and thorny branches. It's an excellent choice for hedging, wall training, or as a standalone specimen, providing year-round interest and wildlife habitat.
Outdoor garden plant. Shrub. Typically flowers around May, Jun.
How to care for Pyracantha
💧 Watering
Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting. Established plants are drought-tolerant.
🌿 Feeding
Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring, especially for young plants or those in poor soil.
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