Silver Lining™ Pyracantha Pyracantha 'Cadvar' Height: 5 feet Spread: 5 feet
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Hardiness Zone: 5 Brand: Star Description: Add winter interest with this stunning variety; foliage that is variegated with silver-white develops amazing pink hues in fall; masses of flowers in spring, followed by minimal berries in fall; will not burn in full sun; great color addition to borders Ornamental Features Silver Lining™ Pyracantha features showy clusters of white flowers held atop the branches in late spring. It has creamy white-variegated grayish green foliage. The glossy oval leaves turn pink in the fall, which persists throughout the winter. Landscape Attributes Silver Lining™ Pyracantha is a dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with a more or less rounded form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition. This shrub will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration; Silver Lining™ Pyracantha is recommended for the following landscape applications; Planting & Growing Silver Lining™ Pyracantha will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 5 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more. This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. It may require supplemental watering during periods of drought or extended heat. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for acidic soils, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the foliage in alkaline soils. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid. Disclaimer - This Plant Finder tool is an online resource representing many of the varieties that we carry over the course of the season, and is intended for informational purposes only. Inventory varies seasonally, so we cannot guarantee that every plant will be in stock at all times - please contact the store directly for current availability. It does not include our entire selection of plants, so be sure to visit our store to see varieties that may not be represented on this list.All Seasons Plant Finder
