Pyracantha 'Red Column'
Pyracantha is a stunning, colourful hedge that is rather dense with a spiny, evergreen nature that will easily stop intruders, and produces plenty of white flowers and red berries!
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 tough 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.
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 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.
When should I plant?
The best time, in general, to plant your hedging is during the autumn, but potted plants can be planted at any time of year if they get enough water, and the ground is not frozen.
How far apart do you plant?
Depending on the size of plant, you will need to place your hedging plants around 2ft apart. This does depend on how quickly you're looking for the hedge to establish, however, as we recommend up to 5 plants per metre for the smaller plant sizes.
How to plant:
Ensure the area is clear of other plants, weeds, and grass first.
Dig the holes or a trench for the plants, that's twice the width of the plant's base. When you are digging the hole, ensure you have churned it up at the bottom so the roots can settle easier. If you have a very sandy/hardy soil, then put in some loam-based compost. In terms of normal soil, you will need some controlled-release feed to give the planting a starting boost.
Once this is all done, you can put the plant in! Place it into the middle of the hole carefully and slowly, making sure the top of the roots are 1/2 inch below the soils surface. Refill the hole, then press gently around the edges to secure the soil.
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