Yellow Pyracantha Hedge
Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or'
Yellow Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or' is a spreading, evergreen firethorn with arching branches, white early-summer flowers and golden yellow berries that last well into winter.
Birds tend to take red and orange berries first, so the yellow fruit often stays on the hedge for longer. It grows around 30–60cm a year into a thorny hedge of 1.5–2.5m. Supplied pot grown from 60cm to 150cm, with the smaller sizes on a trellis.
Compare all our Pyracantha hedging.
- ✓Golden yellow winter berries
- ✓Berries last longer into winter
- ✓Thorny evergreen hedge
- ✓Pot grown 60–150cm
Key product facts
Yellow Pyracantha Hedge Root Types
Choose from our range of Yellow Pyracantha Hedge sizes and root types below.
Pot grown Yellow Pyracantha hedging
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Choose your height
Pick a height to see the relevant single-plant and bulk-buy options.
60-80cm
- £22.95
£22.95 per plant
80-100cm
- £27.95
£27.95 per plant
125-150cm
- £39.95
£39.95 per plant
Choosing your Pyracantha plants
Trellis plants are the quickest way to cover a wall or fence; bushy plants make the best freestanding hedge.
| Size | Supplied | Plants per metre |
|---|---|---|
| 60–80cm | On trellis, 5 litre pot | 3 |
| 80–100cm | On trellis, 5 litre pot | 3 |
| 125–150cm | Bushy pot-grown plant | 2 |
These are single-row figures. All sizes are pot grown, so they can be planted at almost any time of year.
Why plant a Yellow Pyracantha hedge?
Colour that lasts
'Soleil d'Or' carries heavy clusters of golden berries from autumn. Because birds usually prefer red and orange fruit, the yellow berries tend to stay on longer, keeping the hedge bright well into winter.
A softer, spreading shape
Its arching branches give a slightly lower, more relaxed hedge than the other varieties. Mixed with red or orange Pyracantha, it makes a colourful, thorny boundary.
The three Pyracantha varieties compared
| Orange Glow | Red Column | Soleil d'Or | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berries | Bright orange | Glossy red | Golden yellow |
| Habit | Vigorous and bushy | Upright and narrow | Spreading and arching |
| Best for | Dense security hedges | Narrow hedges and walls | Long-lasting winter colour |
Compare the others: Orange Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' and Red Pyracantha 'Red Column'.
Choosing the right hedge
Is Yellow Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or' right for you?
A great choice if you want:
- ✓Golden berries that last into winter
- ✓A spreading, thorny evergreen hedge
- ✓Mixing with red or orange Pyracantha
- ✓Walls and fences (trellis sizes)
Consider another hedge if:
- ×You need a very narrow, upright hedge (choose Red Column)
- ×The hedge runs beside a path or play area
- ×You want a soft, thornless hedge
Where does Pyracantha grow best?
Sun and shade
Pyracantha flowers and fruits best in full sun but grows well in part shade, including against north- and east-facing walls, though berries will be fewer.
Soil and exposure
It grows on most well-drained soils, including clay and chalk, and copes with wind and town pollution. Avoid ground that stays waterlogged.
Planting, growth and trimming
Planting
Pot-grown Pyracantha can be planted at almost any time of year when the ground is not frozen, waterlogged or bone dry. Plant at the same depth as the pot, firm in and water well, then keep it watered through its first spring and summer.
Trimming
Trim once after flowering in early summer, cutting back the new shoots but leaving the clusters of young berries, and tidy again lightly in late summer if needed. Wear thick gloves: the thorns are sharp. Our Pyracantha hedge care guide covers spacing and pruning in detail.
Buying help
Buying FAQs
What size Yellow Pyracantha should I buy?+
The 60–100cm trellis plants at 3 per metre are the best value and ideal against walls and fences. Choose 125–150cm bushy plants at 2 per metre for a freestanding hedge with more height straight away.
How many Pyracantha plants do I need per metre?+
Plant 60–100cm Pyracantha at 3 per metre and 125–150cm plants at 2 per metre in a single row. The exact figure is shown against each size, and the calculator works out the total from your hedge length.
Can I buy bare-root Pyracantha?+
We supply Pyracantha pot grown only. It dislikes root disturbance, so pot-grown plants establish more reliably and can be planted at almost any time of year.
Can I mix yellow and red Pyracantha in one hedge?+
Yes. Alternating Yellow, Red and Orange Pyracantha makes a striking multi-coloured hedge. Plant them at the same spacing so the hedge grows evenly.
How fast does Pyracantha grow?+
Once established, Pyracantha typically grows 30–60cm a year, so a hedge planted at 60–80cm can reach 1.5–2m within three or four years.
Are Pyracantha berries poisonous?+
The berries are only mildly toxic and are unlikely to cause more than a stomach upset if eaten, but the thorns are the bigger hazard. Avoid planting it right beside paths or children's play areas.
Helpful guides
More help with Pyracantha
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