Pyracantha Seeds – Scarlet Firethorn

Scarlet Firethorn (Pyracantha coccinea) Seeds grow into attractive shrubs prized for their glossy green foliage, clusters of white spring flowers, and vibrant scarlet berries that appear in fall. This hardy and versatile plant is often used for hedges, borders, and ornamental landscaping. Its dense growth habit also makes it a great choice for privacy screens and wildlife habitats.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Pyracantha coccinea

• Common Name (U.S.): Scarlet Firethorn

• Plant Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub

• Growth Habit: Dense, upright, and bushy with thorny branches

• Mature Height: 8–12 feet

• Spread: 6–10 feet

• Flowers: Small white clusters, blooming in late spring to early summer

• Berries: Bright scarlet clusters in fall and winter

• Foliage: Glossy dark green leaves

• Growing Season: Spring to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–9

• Planting Months (Outdoors):

  • Zone 6: April–May

  • Zone 7: March–April

  • Zone 8–9: February–March

• Soil Preference: Well-drained, fertile soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH

• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

• Watering: Moderate, drought tolerant once established

• Uses: Hedges, privacy screens, ornamental borders, wildlife support

• Germination Time: 21–40 days with stratification

• Spacing: 4–6 feet apart