Yukon Belle Pyracantha
Best evergreen shrub for gardeners seeking year-round privacy and bird-friendly landscapes.
The Yukon Belle® Pyracantha is a hardy evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant mid-winter color. It produces abundant white blooms in spring, followed by bright orange berries that persist into winter, offering seasonal appeal. This versatile plant is ideal for creating natural barriers, borders, or privacy screens. It also provides a favored nesting spot for birds, enhancing garden biodiversity. Thriving in full sun, it requires moderate watering and average, well-drained soil for optimal growth.
$189.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1635
/ 2688
#1635 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+382%
Above average
Foliage Type
Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen
/ Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the dormant winter season
- Homeowners in colder climates needing hardy evergreen structure
- Landscapers designing secure privacy hedges or decorative wall espaliers
Who should skip it
- Parents or pet owners prioritizing safety in high-traffic areas
- Busy gardeners wanting a low-maintenance, slow-growing shrub
- Families with small children or pets prone to eating berries
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Visual Impact
Bright orange winter berries provide exceptional color when gardens are dormant.
Wildlife Support
Dense structure and berry production make this a premier bird habitat.
Screening Utility
Rapid growth and spreading form create dense, effective natural privacy barriers.
Landscape Versatility
Adapts easily to container gardening or traditional border and hedge layouts.
Maintenance Ease
Hardy nature and deer resistance minimize the need for constant intervention.
Climate Resilience
Robust evergreen foliage thrives across a wide range of hardiness zones.
Key Specs
Foliage Type
Evergreen, Semi-Evergreen
Hardiness Zone
05
Mature Height
10 ft
Mature Width
8 ft
Light Needs
Full sun
Prune Time
Winter
Container Size
5 gallon
Bloom Season
Spring
Features
- Striking mid-winter orange berry color
- Abundant white spring blooms
- Deer resistant for protected landscapes
- Creates effective barrier hedges or screens
- Attracts birds for nesting
- Versatile for borders and containers
- Hardy evergreen for year-round appeal
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Yukon Belle Pyracantha upon delivery, noting the robust health and careful packaging from Monrovia Growers. The primary delight centers on its reliability as a hardy, low maintenance shrub that delivers stunning, consistent orange berries throughout the fall and winter. Consumers appreciate its vigorous growth and ability to thrive even in challenging conditions, making it a highly valued addition to the landscape.
Know before you buy
At maturity, this shrub typically reaches a height of 10 feet and a width of 8 feet. Its spreading form makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens or natural barriers.
Yes, it is classified as an evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub, meaning it will maintain its foliage throughout the year. This provides consistent structure and color in your landscape even during the winter months.
Yes, this variety is deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where deer pressure is a concern. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, it is significantly less likely to be browsed than more vulnerable species.
You should prune your Yukon Belle in the winter. This timing allows you to shape the shrub and remove any dead or damaged branches before the spring growth cycle begins.
Yes, it is container-friendly and can be grown in pots, provided the container is large enough to accommodate its mature size. Ensure the pot has excellent drainage, as this plant requires well-drained soil to thrive.
To ensure abundant spring blooms and the subsequent bright orange winter berries, this plant requires full sun. Planting it in a location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily will yield the best results.
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