Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' – The Bright, Reliable Firethorn for Vibrant Hedges and Wildlife Gardens
Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' is a superb, modern Firethorn variety, prized for its heavy crop of vivid orange berries and strong evergreen structure. Part of the disease-resistant Saphyr series, it offers year-round interest with glossy green leaves, masses of creamy-white spring flowers, and brilliant berries that persist through autumn and winter. Its dense, thorny growth makes it ideal for both colourful hedges and natural security barriers, while providing valuable food and shelter for wildlife.
Why Grow Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange'?
Vivid Orange Berries – Clusters of fiery orange berries light up the garden from late summer into winter, creating an eye-catching display.
Evergreen Foliage – Dark green, glossy leaves provide structure and colour all year round.
Wildlife Friendly – Flowers attract bees and other pollinators, and the berries are a vital winter food source for birds.
Excellent Disease Resistance – Bred for strong resistance to common Pyracantha issues like scab and fireblight, ensuring healthy, attractive plants with minimal care.
Tough and Versatile – Thrives in a wide range of soils and growing conditions, including urban and coastal environments.
Height of Plant
Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' grows to approximately 2.5–3 meters in height and 1.5–2 meters in width, making it a fantastic choice for both small and larger gardens.
Where to Site Your Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange'
Thanks to its striking berries and hardy nature, 'Saphyr Orange' is perfect for:
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Colourful, secure hedging and boundaries
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Training against sunny walls, trellises, or fences
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Adding bright seasonal interest to shrub borders
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Wildlife gardens needing year-round structure and food sources
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Urban gardens where pollution resistance is essential
How to Grow and Care for Your Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange'
Soil – Prefers fertile, well-drained soil, but will tolerate poorer conditions, including chalky, clay, and sandy soils.
Light – Best in full sun to partial shade. Full sun ensures the best flowering and berry production.
Watering – Water regularly during the first year to establish a strong root system; once established, it is drought-tolerant.
Maintenance:
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Pruning – Prune lightly after flowering to shape and control growth. Always wear gloves due to sharp thorns.
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Mulching – Apply an annual mulch to conserve moisture and improve soil health.
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Pest & Disease Resistance – Outstanding resistance to scab and fireblight compared to older Firethorn varieties.
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Cold Hardy – Hardy down to approximately -20°C, making it perfect for colder climates.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' looks fantastic planted with other evergreen shrubs like Viburnum, Escallonia, or Hebe. It also combines well with silver-leaved plants or grasses for textural contrast and can be stunning when paired with spring bulbs planted at its base.
With its glowing orange berries, polished evergreen foliage, and robust health, Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' is an outstanding choice for adding vibrant colour, wildlife value, and security to any garden. Whether grown as a hedge, trained on a wall, or featured in a mixed border, it’s a dependable and striking addition to your landscape.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
