Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange', also known as Firethorn, is a vigorous and densely branched evergreen shrub prized for its spectacular display of vivid orange berries from autumn well into winter. In late spring to early summer, clusters of small creamy-white flowers smother the branches, providing a valuable nectar source for pollinators. As the season progresses, these flowers give way to an abundance of bright orange berries that are a favourite food source for garden birds.

This popular variety is noted for its excellent natural resistance to both fireblight and scab, making it a reliable and low-maintenance choice for the garden. Its dense, thorny growth habit makes it an outstanding choice for security hedging, boundary planting, or training against walls and fences. Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' is fully hardy and thrives in a wide range of conditions, tolerating most soil types provided drainage is adequate.

Key Features:

• Masses of bright orange berries from autumn into winter


• Clusters of creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer


• Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest and screening


• Excellent resistance to fireblight and scab


• Dense, thorny growth ideal for security hedging


• Can be wall-trained, grown as a freestanding hedge or specimen shrub


• Attracts bees, butterflies and birds to the garden


• Fully hardy and easy to grow

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' (syn. 'Cadange')


• Common Names: Firethorn, Pyracantha


• Classification: Evergreen shrub


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 2–3 m × 1.5–2 m


• Growth Habit: Upright, Dense, Thorny Evergreen Shrub


• Perfect For: Hedging, Wall Training, Security Planting, Borders, Wildlife Gardens


• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (clusters of small creamy-white flowers)


• Berrying Season: Autumn to Winter


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Most well-drained soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Birds and Garden Wildlife


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Glossy, Dark Green, Small Oval Leaves


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy (RHS H6)

What You Will Receive:

One well-established Pyracantha 'Saphyr Orange' plant supplied in a 2 litre pot, ready for planting out in the garden or into a larger container.

Planting and Care:

Plant in any reasonably well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the root system establish. Once settled, Pyracantha is drought tolerant and requires minimal attention. Pruning can be carried out after flowering to maintain shape and encourage berry production. If growing as a wall-trained specimen, tie in new growth as needed throughout the season.

Notes: This listing is for the Saphyr Orange variety, which produces vibrant orange berries. Berry colour may vary slightly depending on growing conditions and sun exposure.