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Pyracantha koidzumii 'Santa Cruz'

Santa Cruz Pyracantha

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer/MJC

 

Description

The 'Santa Cruz' isa low growing variety to 30-36" tall and spreading to 5-6' across and bearing plentiful crops of bright red berries.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.