Santa Cruz Pyracantha
Pyracantha Koidzumii 'Santa Cruz'
Overview
Santa Cruz Pyracantha, or Pyracantha koidzumii 'Santa Cruz', is a low-growing evergreen shrub, reaching 2-3 feet in height and 6-8 feet in width. Famous for its dense branches bristling with sharp thorns, it flaunts clusters of white blossoms in spring, followed by vibrant red berries in fall and winter. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering excellent ground cover, erosion control, and attractive, year-round interest. Hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 7–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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