Pyracantha koidzumii 'Santa Cruz'

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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 red orange berries that appear in fall. It can be kept to 3' high and easily grows to 8'-10' wide. It is great for a difficult hillside. Small white flowers appear in summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

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

Attracts Bees, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip, Park, Roadside, Swimming Pool

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.