5 Seeds Pyracantha coccinea Firethorn Evergreen Shrub Seeds

Pyracantha coccinea, commonly known as Firethorn, is a vigorous evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub valued for its dense, spiny branching and clusters of small white flowers in late spring and early summer. It is widely grown as a hedging, screening, or espalier plant for its year-round structure, glossy dark green foliage, and showy autumn display of small red-orange berry-like pomes that persist into winter.

The shrub is primarily ornamental in use, suited to mixed borders, wildlife-friendly plantings, informal hedges, and wall-trained designs. Firethorn responds well to pruning and can be shaped into dense barriers or trained along fences and trellises. Its flowers attract pollinators, while the persistent fruit provides seasonal visual interest in the landscape. Plants thrive in full sun to partial shade and perform best in well-drained, moderately fertile soils.
Species: Pyracantha coccinea
Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright, spreading, dense, spiny
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile; tolerates a range of soil types
Zones: 5 to 9
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; sow 1/4 inch deep
Sowing: Surface sow or lightly cover; keep moist and cool
Spacing: 4 to 6 feet apart for hedging
Notes: Fruits persist into winter; pruning best done after flowering to preserve fruit display