Pyracantha Red Cushion 2 Litre Pot

Pyracantha ‘Red Cushion’ – Compact Firethorn with Bright Red Berries

Pyracantha ‘Red Cushion’ is a compact and versatile evergreen shrub, valued for its seasonal interest and practical garden uses. In late spring, clusters of small white flowers cover the plant, attracting pollinators and creating a soft, delicate display against the glossy green foliage.

As the seasons progress, these flowers give way to masses of bright red berries in autumn, which persist well into winter, adding vibrant colour when much of the garden is fading. The berries also provide an important food source for birds, enhancing wildlife value.

Its naturally low, spreading habit makes ‘Red Cushion’ particularly useful as ground cover or for training against walls and fences. The dense, thorny growth also makes it effective as a low barrier or informal security planting.

Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in sun or partial shade and tolerates a wide range of soils, provided they are well-drained. Once established, it is robust and low maintenance, requiring only occasional pruning to maintain shape or encourage heavier berrying.

Colourful, practical, and wildlife-friendly, Pyracantha ‘Red Cushion’ is an excellent choice for adding year-round interest and structure to the garden.

Seasonal Highlights

Spring: Clusters of small white flowers.
Summer: Glossy evergreen foliage provides structure.
Autumn: Masses of bright red berries appear.
Winter: Berries persist, adding colour and wildlife value.

Key Features

Bright red berries – Strong autumn and winter interest.
Evergreen foliage – Year-round structure.
Compact habit – Ideal for smaller spaces.
Thorny growth – Useful for security planting.
Wildlife friendly – Attracts birds and pollinators.

Perfect For

Ground cover – Dense, spreading growth.
Walls and fences – Can be trained easily.
Borders – Adds structure and seasonal colour.
Security planting – Thorny deterrent.
Wildlife gardens – Supports birds and insects.

Growing Tips

Sun/Position: Sun or partial shade.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerant of most conditions.
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK.
Care: Prune after flowering or fruiting to maintain shape and encourage growth.

Looks Great With

Cotoneaster – Similar seasonal interest.
Hedging plants – For mixed boundary planting.
Evergreens – Adds layered structure.
Climbers – Combine on walls for depth.
Grasses – Softens dense growth.