Pyracantha coccinea - 'Jaune' (Firethorn)

Type	Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Ground cover, Flowering
Form	Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size	Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours	White Flowers (Summer early), Green Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Very Hardy
Growth	Fast Growing Plant
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Pyracantha coccinea cultivation notes: Firethorn is a tough no fuss shrub. It flourishes in most soils, avoiding chalky areas, in sun or part shade - it tolerates cold well and grows fast. Prune to shape in spring or tie in to wall / fence or shape as hedge by reducing leaders in summer.

Plant Strengths: Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Fruit / berry producing; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils.

Plant Weaknesses: Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!