Firethorn Seeds - Scarlet

Firethorn seeds grow into dense, woody evergreen to semi evergreen shrubs with an upright to spreading growth habit. These shrubs are well adapted to temperate climates and are commonly planted in home landscapes, hedges, and boundary plantings. They tolerate a range of growing conditions and can be grown as free standing shrubs or trained along walls and fences. When started from seed, plants establish gradually and are suitable for long term landscape use.

Features

• Dense, woody shrub with upright to spreading habit

• Adaptable to temperate climate conditions

• Suitable for hedges, screens, and landscape planting

• Can be grown freestanding or trained against supports

• Appropriate for long term home garden use

Specifications

• Scientific name: Pyracantha coccinea

• Common name (US): Firethorn

• Seed type / variety: Scarlet

• Growth habit: Evergreen to semi evergreen shrub

• USDA hardiness zones: 6 to 9

• Planting season: Spring or fall

• Sowing season with specific months:

  • Indoor sowing: January to March

  • Outdoor sowing: March to May or September to October

• Germination time and conditions: 30 to 60 days, cool stratification recommended, consistently moist soil

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial sun

• Soil requirements: Well drained soil, adaptable to a range of soil types

• Watering needs: Moderate watering, drought tolerant once established

• Mature plant size: 6 to 12 feet in height with a spread of 6 to 10 feet

• Plant spacing: 4 to 8 feet apart