Pyracantha coccinea 'Red Cushion'

East Asia to southern Europe.

Firethorn 'Red Cushion' is an upright, flat and branched small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 50 - 80 cm and is approx. 1 - 1.5 m wide.

The shoots of Pyracantha coccinea 'Red Cushion' are spiny.

The evergreen leaves of the Firethorn 'Red Cushion's are dark green, lanceolate, glossy, leathery, alternate.

The white flowers of the Firethorn 'Red Cushion' appear in umbrella clusters in June.

The red, round fruits of Pyracantha coccinea 'Red Cushion' are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Cling for a very long time.

Pyracantha coccinea 'Red Cushion' is a deep-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms sparsely branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Firethorn 'Red Cushion' has good frost hardiness.

No special requirements.

Ornamental shrub, ground cover, bird food plant

The plant has a medium water requirement.

If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).