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Thorn-free winter colour: the new Pyracantha Orange-Star
Plantipp introduces a new addition to the range of plants you can use to bring gardens and landscapes to life during the cold months.Pyracantha coccinea Orange-Star is a beautiful thorn-free shrub that is not only colourful but also easy to maintain.
A colourful addition to the winter garden
The new Pyracantha Orange-Star is a perfect choice for gardeners looking for a thorn-free
plant that adds colour to the winter garden. With its bright orange berries and green leaves,
this shrub brings life to landscapes during the cold months. In July, large, orange berries
appear that remain on the plant for a long time, from summer to winter. The healthy green
foliage lasts all year round, meaning you can enjoy a green and lush garden all year round.
A valuable addition to the winter landscape as well as the summer garden. The flowers
support biodiversity in the landscape and attract bees from far and wide.
Thorn-free and easy to maintain
One of the biggest advantages of Pyracantha Orange-Star is that it is completely thornless.
This makes pruning and maintaining the shrub much easier and safer. Moreover, this thorn-
free shrub can be used to create green fence sections. By alternately placing fence panels
and Pyracantha Orange-Star shrubs, an interesting pattern of green areas is created. This
not only breaks the monotonous look of a traditional fence but also provides extra privacy
while enjoying a green environment.
Ideal for gardeners
Pyracantha Orange-Star is a valuable addition to the range of plants. This versatile shrub
can be used in various landscape designs, whether private gardens or public parks.
The fact that this plant is thornless makes working with it much easier and safer. Landscape
designers can confidently recommend this shrub to their customers, knowing they will
receive a low-maintenance and colourful addition to their garden.
In addition, the Pyracantha Orange-Star is also winter-hardy and can withstand various
weather conditions. This means it can be planted all year round without having to worry
about frost damage.
Pyracantha coccinea Orange Star
Orange-Star produces flowers and fruit on 2-year-old wood. This Pyracantha grows to
approximately 2m high and 1m wide. Plant Orange-Star in a fertile, well-drained soil. Less
sensitive to Phytophthora ramorum and very hardy to -30 ºC.