Pyracantha 'Saphyr Rouge' - Firethorn 3 Litre Pot

Pyracantha 'Saphyr Rouge' - Firethorn

A compact, upright evergreen shrub renowned for its spectacular display of bright red berries that persist throughout autumn and winter. In late spring, clusters of white flowers attract bees and beneficial insects, later transforming into the vibrant fruit display that provides valuable food for birds during colder months.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Covered in clusters of white, lightly fragrant flowers
• Summer: Dense green foliage provides year-round structure
• Autumn & Winter: Abundant bright red berries create stunning colour

Key Features

• Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest and screening
• Disease-resistant variety, more resistant to scab than older cultivars
• Fully hardy and tolerant of urban pollution
• Excellent wildlife value for pollinators and birds
• Compact growth habit ideal for smaller gardens

Perfect For

• Informal or formal hedging
• Training against walls and fences
• Wildlife and bird-friendly gardens
• Providing winter colour and interest
• Defensive boundary planting

Growing Tips

Plant in any well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Tolerates exposed positions and coastal conditions. Prune after flowering to maintain shape, taking care of the thorny stems. Can be trained and trimmed as a formal hedge or left to grow more naturally. Water during establishment, then largely drought-tolerant once established.

Looks Great With

Plant alongside other berrying shrubs like Cotoneaster, or contrast with evergreen Euonymus and Photinia. Underplant with spring bulbs and winter-flowering Hellebores for extended seasonal interest.

This reliable, low-maintenance shrub delivers colour, structure and wildlife value throughout the year, making it an excellent choice for any garden.