Mediterranean Pyracantha
Pyracantha Coccinea
Overview
The Mediterranean Pyracantha (Pyracantha coccinea) is an evergreen shrub with a robust character, reaching heights and spreads of 6 to 15 feet. Famous for dense, thorny branches, it features glossy, dark green leaves. Spring brings clusters of modest white flowers, while the fall and winter seasons showcase brilliant red to orange berries, providing striking contrast and a feast for local birds. Ideal for hedges or defensive barriers in USDA zones 6-9.

Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 6–6
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Rosaceae
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