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Firethorn

Pyracantha coccinea, Rosaceae

Zones
6–9
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Growing Conditions

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

PeppermintMentha piperita
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

OnionAllium cepa

Firethorn's extensive root system and allelopathic leaf compounds compete with and inhibit onion development

Common Questions

What zones does Firethorn grow in?

Firethorn grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Firethorn?

Good companions for Firethorn include Peppermint.

Design guilds with Firethorn and see companion relationships visually.

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