Pyracantha 'Red Star' is a robust, thorny evergreen shrub widely valued for its dense growth, clusters of small white flowers in late spring and early summer, and an eye-catching display of vivid red berries from autumn well into winter. Commonly known as Firethorn, this versatile plant is ideal for training against walls and fences, creating impenetrable security hedging, or growing as a free-standing specimen in borders. Its thorny branches and thick evergreen foliage provide excellent cover and nesting sites for garden birds, while the berries offer a valuable food source through the colder months.

Supplied as an established plant in a 3 litre pot, this Pyracantha Red Star is ready for planting and will establish quickly in most garden conditions.

Key Features:

• Hardy evergreen shrub with dense, glossy foliage year-round


• Masses of small white flowers in late spring to early summer, loved by pollinators


• Abundant bright red berries from autumn through winter


• Thorny stems make it an excellent natural security barrier


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


• Low maintenance once established and tolerant of most soil types


• Provides food and shelter for birds and garden wildlife

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Pyracantha 'Red Star'


• Common Names: Firethorn, Pyracantha


• Classification: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: Up to 3m × 2.5m (dependent on pruning and training)


• Growth Habit: Upright, Dense, Thorny Evergreen Shrub – Suitable for Training Against Walls and Fences


• Perfect for: Wall Training, Security Hedging, Borders, Wildlife Gardens


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


• Berrying Season: Autumn to Winter (bright red berries)


• Planting Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade


• Soil: Most well-drained soils, tolerant of chalk, clay, loam and sand


• Hardiness: Fully Hardy


• Attracts: Bees, Birds & Garden Wildlife


• Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub


• Foliage: Glossy, Dark Green, Evergreen Leaves

Planting and Care:

Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil. Pyracantha is tolerant of most soil types and, once established, is drought-tolerant and low maintenance. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage berry production. When training against a wall or fence, tie in new growth regularly to establish a strong framework. Wear gloves when handling due to the sharp thorns.

Please Note: This listing is for 1 x Pyracantha Red Star plant supplied in a 3 litre pot. Images are indicative of the mature plant. Plant size and shape may vary depending on the time of year and growing conditions.