Pyracantha Soleil d'Or (Golden Yellow Firethorn Shrub) - H65 cm | Pot Ø15 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why isn’t my Pyracantha producing berries? The most common cause is pruning at the wrong time — before flowering, which removes the flower buds. Too much shade also reduces fruiting. Prune only after flowering in June and ensure a sunny location.
Is Pyracantha dangerous for birds? No — on the contrary, its berries are a valuable food source for birds in winter, especially blackbirds and thrushes. Its dense thorns also provide a natural refuge from predators. It is one of the most beneficial plants for urban wildlife.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Shiny dark green evergreen foliage • 🟡 Abundant golden yellow berries in autumn-winter • 🐦 Shelter and food for birds • ☀️ Sun to partial shade • ❄️ Very hardy • 🐾 Slightly toxic berries
The Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or', or Firethorn, is an evergreen shrub native to Southern Europe and Western Asia with long thorns and shiny dark green foliage, covered with spectacular clusters of golden yellow berries in autumn and throughout winter. Traditionally trained as a espalier against a wall or fence, it elegantly and effectively dresses vertical surfaces. H65 cm | Pot Ø15 cm at delivery.
Very hardy, honey-producing, bird refuge. Discover it in our Pyracantha collection.
Which Pyracantha variety to choose?
Two Pyracantha varieties are available in our catalog — same growth habit, same care, different berry colors:
- Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or' (this plant) — bright golden yellow berries. The warmest and most original.
- Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' — abundant bright orange berries. The most classic and berry-rich.
Both varieties combine very well — yellow and orange create a warm and generous composition on the same facade or fence.
Exposure & location
- Ideal exposure: full sun to partial shade — good exposure encourages abundant fruiting.
- Espalier training: ideal against a wall, fence, or trellis — easily fixed with regular tying.
- Hedge: its long thorns make it a very effective defensive hedge.
- Hardiness: very hardy — withstands freezing temperatures without protection.
- Soil: tolerates all well-drained soil types.
When trained as an espalier against a south- or east-facing wall, its golden yellow berries will be especially abundant and bright. Check our spring preparation guide for the right seasonal care.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning: after flowering in June, prune lightly to maintain shape — avoid cutting flowering branches before berries form.
- Tying: regularly tie new shoots to the support to guide espalier growth.
- Fertilizer: minimal — a light application in spring is sufficient.
Wear gloves for any handling — its thorns are long and sharp. Check our care calendar to not miss the post-flowering pruning.
Decoration ideas & plant combinations
Its golden yellow berries persist throughout winter — a precious color when the garden is resting.
- Espalier: against a facade wall, fence, or trellis, it creates a persistent and colorful green screen — elegantly dresses bare vertical surfaces.
- Defensive hedge: its long thorns make it an impenetrable hedge that protects as much as it decorates.
- For birds: its berries are a valuable food source for birds in winter — a plus for urban biodiversity.
- In combination: pair it with a Pyracantha 'Orange Glow' for a spectacular two-tone yellow and orange espalier. Find more inspiration in our balcony and terrace plant selection.
Verdeia tips
- Tie from planting — attach main stems to the support from the start to guide growth in the desired direction. Once stems lignify, they are hard to straighten.
- Do not prune before fruiting — prune after flowering in June, not before. Pruning too early removes flower buds and thus future berries.
- Wear thick gloves — the thorns are long and sharp. An accident with a Pyracantha is always painful. Check our common mistakes guide to avoid usual pitfalls.
- ⚠️ Slightly toxic berries — berries are irritating if ingested in large quantities by humans and animals. Keep out of reach of young children.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Pyracantha 'Soleil d'Or'
- Common name: Golden yellow firethorn
- Family: Rosaceae
- Height at delivery: 65 cm
- Pot diameter: 15 cm
- Adult size: up to 3-4 m as espalier
- Foliage: evergreen, shiny dark green
- Flowering: white, May-June
- Fruiting: golden yellow berries, autumn-winter
- Exposure: full sun to partial shade
- Watering: moderate — drought tolerant
- Hardiness: very hardy
- Care: easy (post-flowering pruning, tying)
- Toxicity to animals: slightly irritating berries
- Decorative style: Espalier / Defensive hedge / Bird refuge
- Special features: golden yellow berries persist all winter, bird refuge, effective defensive hedge thanks to thorns
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. Berry abundance varies with exposure and growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.