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Pyracantha 'Santa Cruz'

Santa Cruz Firethorn

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Information by:         Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

This spreading, evergreen shrub has glossy green foliage and large clusters of orange berries. It can be kept to 3' high and easily grows to 8-10' wide. It works well as a bank cover.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Parking Strip

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.