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Pyracantha 'Mohave'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 3 - 4 m (10 - 12 ft)
Spread 1.8 m (6 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture very low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Pyracantha 'Mohave' (firethorn) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during mid spring to late spring. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, fine in texture and semi-evergreen. Pyracantha 'Mohave' (firethorn) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Pyracantha 'Mohave' (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 'Mohave' tolerates drought, pollution and salt. This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions Thorns can make Pyracantha 'Mohave' (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 'Mohave' (firethorn) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.