Orange Firethorn Fruit Planting Seeds - Vibrant Color & Wildlife Attraction

Add striking color and natural charm to your garden with Orange Firethorn (Pyracantha) Planting Seeds. Known for their vivid orange berries and glossy green foliage, Firethorn shrubs are beloved for their ornamental beauty and ability to attract wildlife. Perfect for hedges, borders, or container gardening, these Non-GMO Firethorn seeds are easy to grow and low-maintenance, making them a great choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

The Orange Firethorn is not only visually stunning but also provides shelter and food for birds, enhancing biodiversity in your landscape.

Features

• Vibrant Orange Berries: Add color and visual appeal throughout fall and winter.
• Attracts Wildlife: Birds and pollinators love the bright berries and blooms.
• Hardy Shrub: Tolerates a variety of soils and weather conditions.
• Non-GMO & Untreated: Safe for home gardens and eco-friendly planting.
• Perfect for Landscaping: Works beautifully as a hedge, border, or accent plant.
• Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage with seasonal berry clusters.

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Pyracantha coccinea (Orange variety)
• Common Name: Firethorn
• Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
• Seed Type: Non-GMO, untreated
• Growth Habit: Dense, bushy shrub with thorny stems
• Mature Height: 6 – 12 feet
• Mature Spread: 6 – 10 feet
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Soil pH: 6.0 – 7.5
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 – 9
• Planting Season: Spring or early fall
• Days to Germination: 30 – 90 days
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
• Berry Season: Fall through winter
• Temperature Range: 55°F – 85°F (13°C – 29°C)
• Plant Type: Perennial evergreen
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Pruning Needs: Light pruning after flowering for shaping and air circulation

Planting Guide

• Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
• Sowing Depth: Plant ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.
• Light Requirements: Provide full sunlight for optimal germination.
• Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy during germination.
• Transplanting: Move to outdoor soil or containers after the risk of frost.
• Spacing: Space plants 4–6 feet apart for dense hedging.
• Maintenance: Prune annually to shape and encourage new berry clusters.
• Protection: Wear gloves when handling; stems have small thorns.