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- At this location, the firethorn feels comfortable
- The firethorn loves the sun
- soil quality
- Tips & Tricks
At this location, the firethorn feels comfortable
The Firethorn is a medium-sized shrub that can reach heights of growth of up to six meters. Occupied by strong thorns, it forms almost impenetrable hedges and is therefore popular as an evergreen plot boundary. In the spring, the firethorn adorns with numerous white, delicately scented flower clusters, from which develop the attractive orange-red berries.
The firethorn loves the sun
Plant the firethorn in sunny to partially shaded locations. If enough light is available, the wood will thrive well in cool and draughty garden corners.To prevent disease you should not put the firethorn too tight.
soil quality
Firethorn adapts to almost any surface. He prefers a water-permeable soil. If there is too much moisture, it is susceptible to root rot and pest infestation.
The substrate should have the following properties:
Tips & Tricks
Loosen heavy loam or clay soils with some sand or gravel and add an additional drainage layer in damp areas. So waterlogging is effectively avoided.