Yukon Belle® Pyracantha

Pyracantha angustifolia 'Monon'

Pronunciation: py-ra-KAN-tha an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #06770
5-8

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Once established water deeply occasionally.
SIZE: Quickly reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide, in natural form.

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Description A hardy evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub prized for its mid-winter color. Abundant white blooms backed by narrow, glossy, dark green foliage are followed by bright orange berries that persist into winter. A favorite nesting spot for birds. Perfect for use as a barrier hedge or screen.
Bloom Time Spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Fast
Growth Habit Upright
Flower Attributes Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Barrier, Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak, Suitable for Topiary
Design Ideas Use this handsome shrub services primarily as hedging material in areas of difficult climates. It's naturally thorny branches make it a valuable security barrier against intruders and larger animals. Use it for perimeters or as a visual barrier in sideyards. Abundance of bright berries are relished by birds so plants serve a valuable role in habitat gardens. Tolerance of shearing takes on a more formal hedge and plants are highly adaptable to flat wall espalier in the traditional French method. Also well suited to gardens of crafters and flower arrangers who use with winter berries for decorating.
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Pampas Grass (Cortederia); Weigela (Weigela); Beautyberry (Callicarpa); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Chokeberry (Aronia)
Care Instructions Grows easily in average, well-drained soil with medium to slightly dry moisture levels. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
History This cultivar was developed by Monrovia Nursery Co. in 1985. It belongs to a large group of shrubs in the Rose family and closely related to both hawthorn and cotoneaster. The genus was classified by Max Roemer of Germany in the mid 19th Century, who named it from the Greek for fire and thorn to describe red fruits and spiny branches. This species was first assigned as Cotoneaster angustifolia by Adrien Franchet, 1834-1900 of the Jardin des Plantes, Paris. It was corrected in the 20th century by Camilio Schneider of Germany. This species is native to China and no doubt reached Franchet through French Jesuits who botanized this new territory sending their discoveries to Paris rather than Kew.
Lore As a member of the same family as apples, pyracantha berries are quite similar albiet smaller. They're edible, although not particularly tasty and have been used to make jelly and even home made wine.
Details
DescriptionA hardy evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub prized for its mid-winter color. Abundant white blooms backed by narrow, glossy, dark green foliage are followed by bright orange berries that persist into winter. A favorite nesting spot for birds. Perfect for use as a barrier hedge or screen.
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Ornamental Berries, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitUpright
Flower AttributesFragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBarrier, Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak, Suitable for Topiary
Design IdeasUse this handsome shrub services primarily as hedging material in areas of difficult climates. It's naturally thorny branches make it a valuable security barrier against intruders and larger animals. Use it for perimeters or as a visual barrier in sideyards. Abundance of bright berries are relished by birds so plants serve a valuable role in habitat gardens. Tolerance of shearing takes on a more formal hedge and plants are highly adaptable to flat wall espalier in the traditional French method. Also well suited to gardens of crafters and flower arrangers who use with winter berries for decorating.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsPampas Grass (Cortederia); Weigela (Weigela); Beautyberry (Callicarpa); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Chokeberry (Aronia)
Care
Care InstructionsGrows easily in average, well-drained soil with medium to slightly dry moisture levels. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
History
HistoryThis cultivar was developed by Monrovia Nursery Co. in 1985. It belongs to a large group of shrubs in the Rose family and closely related to both hawthorn and cotoneaster. The genus was classified by Max Roemer of Germany in the mid 19th Century, who named it from the Greek for fire and thorn to describe red fruits and spiny branches. This species was first assigned as Cotoneaster angustifolia by Adrien Franchet, 1834-1900 of the Jardin des Plantes, Paris. It was corrected in the 20th century by Camilio Schneider of Germany. This species is native to China and no doubt reached Franchet through French Jesuits who botanized this new territory sending their discoveries to Paris rather than Kew.
LoreAs a member of the same family as apples, pyracantha berries are quite similar albiet smaller. They're edible, although not particularly tasty and have been used to make jelly and even home made wine.

Frequently asked questions

Does Yukon Belle® Pyracantha produce flowers?
Spring
Is Yukon Belle® Pyracantha evergreen or deciduous?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Yukon Belle® Pyracantha?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha is Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds.
Is Yukon Belle® Pyracantha resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Yukon Belle® Pyracantha grow?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Yukon Belle® Pyracantha?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Yukon Belle® Pyracantha in my landscape?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha is suitable for: Barrier, Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak, Suitable for Topiary.
How can I use Yukon Belle® Pyracantha in my garden design?
Use this handsome shrub services primarily as hedging material in areas of difficult climates. It's naturally thorny branches make it a valuable security barrier against intruders and larger animals. Use it for perimeters or as a visual barrier in sideyards. Abundance of bright berries are relished by birds so plants serve a valuable role in habitat gardens. Tolerance of shearing takes on a more formal hedge and plants are highly adaptable to flat wall espalier in the traditional French method. Also well suited to gardens of crafters and flower arrangers who use with winter berries for decorating.
What color are Yukon Belle® Pyracantha flowers?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Yukon Belle® Pyracantha?
Yukon Belle® Pyracantha has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Yukon Belle® Pyracantha?
Good companion plants for Yukon Belle® Pyracantha include: Pampas Grass (Cortederia); Weigela (Weigela); Beautyberry (Callicarpa); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Chokeberry (Aronia).
How do I care for Yukon Belle® Pyracantha?
Grows easily in average, well-drained soil with medium to slightly dry moisture levels. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, prune annually to shape.
What is the history of Yukon Belle® Pyracantha?
This cultivar was developed by Monrovia Nursery Co. in 1985. It belongs to a large group of shrubs in the Rose family and closely related to both hawthorn and cotoneaster. The genus was classified by Max Roemer of Germany in the mid 19th Century, who named it from the Greek for fire and thorn to describe red fruits and spiny branches. This species was first assigned as Cotoneaster angustifolia by Adrien Franchet, 1834-1900 of the Jardin des Plantes, Paris. It was corrected in the 20th century by Camilio Schneider of Germany. This species is native to China and no doubt reached Franchet through French Jesuits who botanized this new territory sending their discoveries to Paris rather than Kew.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.