Firethorn

Pyracantha coccinea

Also known as Pyracantha lucida, Pyracantha vulgaris, Pyracantha coccinea var. fructu-albo, Gymnopyrenium pyracantha

Flowering Plants · Native Plants · Trees & Shrubs · Evergreen Shrub · Berries · Hedge · Wildlife · Thorny · Ornamental · Winter Interest · Birds · Rosaceae · Security Hedge

Firethorn is a tough, fast-growing evergreen shrub that produces clusters of white flowers in spring followed by brilliant red-orange berries that persist through winter. Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-draining soil and water regularly until established, after which it is quite drought tolerant. Prune carefully as stems are thorny, and it makes an excellent wildlife hedge or security barrier.