« Previous Plant  |  Next Plant »

Pyracantha coccinea Chadwickii

Chadwick Firethorn (Chadwick Scarlett Firethorn)

A hardy shrub bearing numerous, white flowers followed by orange-red, firm, waxy fruit. An upright, dense, vigorous, thorny plant.

  • »  Abundant, small, white flowers
  • »  Green berries change to an orange-red colour, persisting into the winter
  • »  Semi-evergreen leaves on stiff, thorny branches
  • »  Irregular, almost wild habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Spring

    Contact us for availability
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Evergreen
• Fruit
• Salt Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Spreading
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Pyracantha coccinea 'Chadwickii'

Notable specimens can be found at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pyracantha coccinea 'Chadwickii'

Growing best in a slightly acidic soil, firethorn requires consistent moisture until established, then they are moderately drought tolerant. They will tolerate partial shade, but will show best fruit production in full sun. Pruning can be done anytime of the year and they can be trained to climb a trellis for a spectacular, winter show. Firethorn can benefit from protection (burlap wrap) against drying, winter winds and winter sun in an exposed location.