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Pyracantha koidzumii 'Santa Cruz'

Santa Cruz Firethorn

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

This spreading, evergreen shrub has glossy green foliage and large clusters of orange berries. It can be kept to 3' high and easily grows to 8'-10' wide. It works well as a bank cover.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.