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Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.6 - 1.5 m (2 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' (scarlet firethorn) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to late spring. This plant is arching in form and has showy, glossy, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' (scarlet firethorn). Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' (scarlet firethorn) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge, foundation, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' . Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' is tolerant of drought, pollution and salt.
Cautions Thorns can make Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' (scarlet firethorn) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. The growth rate of Pyracantha coccinea 'Lowboy' (scarlet firethorn) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.