Pyracantha 'Orange Sapphire' – Vibrant Semi Evergreen Hedging with Brilliant Orange Berries for Year-Round Beauty & Security
The Pyracantha 'Orange Sapphire' is a striking semi evergreen shrub, renowned for its glossy dark green foliage, abundant clusters of vivid orange berries, and naturally dense, thorny growth. Combining ornamental appeal with practical function, this hardy shrub is perfect for hedging, screening, or training against walls and fences. It provides year-round colour, wildlife value, and natural security, making it a versatile addition to both traditional and modern gardens.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring: Masses of small white flowers appear, attracting bees and pollinators for a lively, wildlife-friendly display.
Summer: Dense, glossy evergreen leaves fill out the shrub, creating a lush backdrop as berries begin to form.
Autumn: Clusters of bright orange berries ripen, producing a stunning splash of colour that contrasts beautifully with the dark green foliage.
Winter: Retains berries well into winter alongside evergreen leaves, ensuring continued interest, colour, and wildlife value during the colder months.
Structure & Form
Height & Spread: Reaches up to 2.5–3m tall and wide; easily maintained at a smaller size through pruning.
Dense, Compact Growth: Forms a thick, bushy hedge or screen with interwoven thorny branches.
Evergreen & Hardy: Maintains rich green foliage all year round; resilient in various conditions.
Thorny Structure: Naturally protective barrier—ideal for security hedging without sacrificing beauty.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
Privacy Screens & Boundaries – Creates an attractive, dense, and secure hedge.
Wall & Fence Training – Can be espaliered or fan-trained along vertical surfaces for architectural interest.
Wildlife Gardens – Berries provide vital winter food for birds; dense growth offers safe nesting habitats.
Mixed Hedging & Shrub Borders – Adds vibrant colour and texture to layered planting schemes.
Traditional & Contemporary Gardens – Complements a range of garden styles, from classic cottage to urban landscapes.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; fruiting is best with more sun exposure.
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates a wide range of soil types, including poor or chalky soils.
Hardiness: Fully hardy; withstands frost, cold winds, and urban pollution.
Maintenance: Prune annually after flowering or berrying to control size and shape; tolerates hard pruning if needed.
Watering: Requires regular watering until established; drought-tolerant once mature.
Why Choose Pyracantha 'Orange Sapphire'?
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Stunning orange berries for long-lasting autumn and winter colour.
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Dense evergreen foliage provides year-round screening and structure.
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Thorny branches create a natural, attractive security barrier.
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Excellent wildlife value, supporting birds and pollinators.
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Versatile for hedges, wall-training, or as a standalone ornamental shrub.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Cotoneaster & Berberis – Pair with other berried shrubs for a tapestry of autumn and winter colour.
Yew or Boxwood – Combine with evergreen hedging for varied textures and formal structure.
Lavender or Perennials – Underplant with soft, fragrant species for contrast and seasonal layering.
The Pyracantha 'Orange Sapphire' offers an unbeatable combination of colour, security, wildlife value, and low-maintenance appeal. Whether grown as a vibrant hedge, trained against a wall, or used as a bold feature in mixed borders, this versatile evergreen shrub delivers beauty and function across every season.
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.
