Pyracantha Golden Charmer

Pyracantha Golden Charmer

Why Buy Me?

• Provide berries to the local birds
• Colour all winter
• Masses of white flowers in Spring

Growing Conditions

• Light:
  Full sun to partial shade. Best fruiting and flower production occurs in full sun.

• Soil:
  Well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of soil types including clay, loam, chalk, and sandy soils. Prefers moderately fertile soil.

• Exposure:
  Sheltered or exposed positions. Very hardy and tolerant of wind, urban pollution, and coastal conditions.

• Drought Tolerance:
  Moderate once established. Tolerates short dry spells but benefits from regular watering in dry periods.

Cultivation & Care

• Planting Time:
  Best planted in autumn or spring, when soil is moist and workable.

• Spacing:
  Space 1–1.5 metres (3–5 feet) apart for hedging or wall-training.

• Watering & Fertilization:
  Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, water during extended dry periods. Feed annually in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and berry production.

• Mulching & Pruning:
  Mulch in spring to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape, remove dead wood, and control size. Can be trained against walls or used as a free-standing hedge.

• Propagation:
  Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or from seed (berries must be stratified).

Seasonal Interest

• Spring:
  Masses of white flowers bloom in clusters, attracting pollinators.

• Summer:
  Glossy green foliage maintains a dense, spiny structure. Developing berries begin to form.

• Autumn:
  Clusters of vibrant orange-yellow berries ripen and provide a strong splash of colour.

• Winter:
  Evergreen. Berries persist into winter, offering ornamental interest and bird food. Dense thorny branches provide excellent shelter.

Wildlife & Garden Use

• Wildlife:
  Flowers attract bees and other pollinators. Berries provide winter food for birds. Thorny growth offers nesting and shelter for birds and small mammals.

• Garden Use:
  Ideal for security hedging, wildlife gardens, wall training, and barrier planting. Great for year-round structure and colour in mixed borders or boundary screens.

• Companion Plants:
  Works well with other wildlife-friendly plants like Cotoneaster, Berberis, and Viburnum. Also pairs nicely with spring bulbs and low-growing evergreens.

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