Pyracantha Espalier espaliers Mulch — 2–3 inches of

Mulch — 2–3 inches of bark or gravel mulch around the base

Warm soil and cooler air let roots establish before winter with low transplant stress

Don't cut the dead stems until March — they provide some frost protection for the roots below

though it can also tolerate partial shade — making it more versatile than many agaves for north- and east-facing exposures or under tree canopies

Pyracantha Espalier espaliers Mulch — 2–3 inches ofPyracantha Espalier Four Season Color with Red Berries & White Flowers Pyracantha (Pyracantha coccinea), commonly known as Firethorn, is the ultimate four season espalier plant for Phoenix landscapes. This tough evergreen shrub delivers white flower clusters in spring, glossy green foliage through summer, brilliant red orange berries in fall and winter, and thorny branches that double as a natural security barrier. Trained flat on a frame, Pyracantha