20/40cm Pot Grown Red Pyracantha (Pyracantha Red Column)
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Pyracantha is a stunning, colourful hedge that's rather dense with spiny, evergreen foliage that easily stops intruders, and produces both white flowers and bright red berries!
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£2.85
Description
Though mainly known for its spiny nature, Pyracantha is also well-known for its shiny, deep-red berries that burst through in Autumn, along with a sprinkling of delicate, creamy-white flowers in May/June. It is amazingly eye-catching year-round. The berries and flowers attract many species of wildlife, too, including instects and brids, as they are seen as an ideal food source.
That in mind, you should ensure you prune right after flowering to expose any spent flowers to sunshine, which will turn to berries in the colder months.
Pyracantha is very touhg and can grow rather quickly at a rate of 50cm per annum. This makes it ideal if you are wanting to add some security or privacy to your garden quickly.
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| Price | £2.85 |
|---|---|
| Plant Size | 20/40cm |
| Root Type | Pot |
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Key Features
Pyracantha Red Column is easy to grow in pretty much any soil type, and is best placed in a sunny or shady site. However, it is important to notice that this plant will not tolerate seaside gardens, very windy sites, or a dense shade.
| Growth Rate | Fast (40-60cm per year) |
| Ideal Height | 2.5m+ Tall |
| Soil Type | Normal |
| Exposure | Exposed, inland |
| Aspect | Semi-shade, full sun |
| Evergreen Foliage? | Yes |
Pruning & Care
Pruning your Pyracantha is not strictly necessary, unless you are wanting to keep it to a certain height/shape - which if you are growing it into a hedge, is usually the case.
When you first plant your Pyracantha, the plant should be left to grow to its own accord for the first 2 years, so that a good root system can establish and the plant(s) have time to settle down. Pruning must be done at the right time, because if not, it could easily impact the flowering and fruiting system in the following year.
The best time to do any pruning is at the end of the flowering season in the late Spring. You must also ensure you maintain a good airflow around the shrub, as you do not want any diseases getting into your Pyracantha. To ensure this does nothappen, make sure the centre does not get overly dense - trim some outer stems away. Do not hard prune the plant(s) either, as it will make it harder for the plant to recover and be effective/productive.
Planting Guide
- Prepare the soil by mixing in some compost. Dig the hole- this will have to be about twice the width of the root system, but the same depth.
- Remove the plant from its pot by placing one hand on the base of the plant, and the other at the bottom of the pot. Wriggle the pot away gently.
- Untangle the roots a little as they may be clumped together.
- Place the plant into the hole, ensuring the base of the stem is level with the surface of the soil. Follow this with backfilling the hole with your soil mix, and patting down to lightly secure.
- When you're done, thoroughly water the plant. Ensure you regularly water throughout its first year, as the plant needs plenty to be able to settle down, recover, and establish.
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