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Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 ft)
Spread 3 - 4.5 m (10 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei' (laland's scarlet firethorn) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during mid-spring to late spring. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei' (laland's scarlet firethorn) bears showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei' (laland's scarlet firethorn) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei' tolerates drought, pollution and salt. This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei' (laland's scarlet firethorn) has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets. With its fast growth rate, Pyracantha coccinea 'Lalandei' (laland's scarlet firethorn) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.