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Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 3 - 4 m (10 - 13 ft)
Spread 2.5 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' (graber Chinese firethorn) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during mid-spring to late spring. The glossy foliage is dark green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' (graber Chinese firethorn) yields showy and medium red fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' (graber Chinese firethorn) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, culinary, espalier or trellis, fruit, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening, topiary and xeriscaping.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' tolerates drought, pollution and salt. In the fall, Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' offers a beautiful display of autumn colour, and during the winter it continues to provide interest in your garden.
Cautions Thorns or spines can be a problem with Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' (graber Chinese firethorn). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets. When planning your garden, take into consideration that Pyracantha fortuneana 'Graberi' (graber Chinese firethorn) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.