Outdoor Pyracantha Bonsai Tree

Pyracantha anguvstifolia ‘Firethorn’ 

The genus Pyracantha resembles the genus Cotoneaster in many respects except that it has sharp thorns. It is an outdoor evergreen shrub and produces clusters of lovely white, five petalled flowers in early summer, and these are followed by bright red berries in autumn. They easily develop a thick trunk so it is an excellent subject for bonsai. 

Will need protection from hard frosts in the winter months – so keeping it in an unheated greenhouse will help keep it alive. Firethorn looses its leaves in very cold weather and enjoys full sun throughout the growing season. In the Winter months the berries and leaves can look a little tired, this is nothing to worry about, old berries and leaves will drop and new growth will appear in the Spring. 

Water throughout the year including dry spells in winter. Do not let the tree dry out during summer as this will make the leaves wither and fall. 

Please Note: The picture is for guidance only. It is not generally possible to send the tree in the picture. Please note that measurements given are approximate not exact. Measurements given are from the bottom of the pot to the top of the tree, the pot colour may also vary from the picture. Due to their nature trees grow and whilst in our care may need pruning, this means the tree that you receive may differ in size to that given in the description. The appearance of the tree may vary depending on the season.