Yellow Firethorn Hedge (Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or' Yellow Berries)

Yellow Pyracantha Hedge Plants Description

Yellow Pyracantha (Pyracantha Soleil dOr), also known as Yellow Firethorn, is a highly ornamental, evergreen shrub that is valued for its year-round interest and striking appearance. This variety features an abundance of bright yellow berries in autumn, which contrast beautifully against its dark green, glossy foliage. In late spring and early summer, this hedge produces clusters of small, white flowers, adding further seasonal interest. Yellow Pyracantha is a versatile choice for a variety of garden settings, whether used as a security hedge, boundary, or decorative feature.

Benefits:

Vibrant berries: The vibrant yellow berries that appear in autumn provide a stunning display and persist well into winter, adding seasonal colour to your garden during the colder months.

Evergreen structure: With its dense, evergreen foliage, Yellow Pyracantha ensures year-round privacy and shelter, making it ideal for screening and wind protection.

Security hedge: The plant’s thorny branches act as a natural deterrent to intruders, making it an excellent choice for security hedging around properties.

Wildlife-friendly: The berries serve as an important food source for birds in winter, while the flowers attract pollinators such as bees during the summer, contributing to the biodiversity of your garden.

Hardy and adaptable: Yellow Pyracantha thrives in a range of conditions, tolerating both urban pollution and coastal exposure. It is also resilient against harsh weather, ensuring longevity and reliability.

Pruning Advice

Yellow Pyracantha benefits from regular pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. The best time to prune is in late winter or early spring, before the growing season begins. Lightly trim back long, straggling branches to keep the hedge compact, but avoid cutting too hard into old wood, as this can limit flowering and berry production. A second, lighter trim in late summer can help to control new growth and maintain the hedge’s tidy appearance. Always use gloves when pruning, as the thorns can be quite sharp, and aim to prune on dry days to minimise the risk of disease.

With proper care and maintenance, Yellow Pyracantha will continue to thrive, offering year-round beauty, security, and wildlife interest.

Further Information

Planting distances are largely a matter of preference. For bare root plants, spacing them at 3 plants per meter is sufficient, 5 plants is optimal, and 7 plants in a double staggered row will result in a denser hedge more quickly. Generally, smaller plants should be planted at a higher density. For cell-grown plants, spacing at 4 plants per meter in a single row or ideally 6 plants per meter in a staggered row is recommended.

Delivery & Returns

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