Pieris Forest Flame 2 litre

Pieris 'Forest Flame'

Pieris 'Forest Flame' is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant red new foliage, which matures to pink, creamy white, and finally glossy green. It also produces clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers in early spring, making it a fantastic choice for year-round interest in gardens, borders, and containers.

Characteristics:

• Type: Evergreen shrub

• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright, and slow-growing

• Height & Spread:

  • Grows 3–4 feet  tall

  • Spreads 2–3 feet 

• Foliage:

  • New leaves emerge fiery red in spring

  • Gradually turn pink, cream, and then dark green

• Flowers:

  • Pendulous white flowers (similar to Lily of the Valley) appear in early to mid-spring

• Bloom Time: March to May

• Attracts: Bees and pollinators

• Supplied in a 2 litre pot

• Growing Tips:

• Sunlight: Prefers partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun if the soil remains moist

• Soil: Needs acidic, moist but well-drained soil (ericaceous compost if growing in a container)

• Watering: Keep evenly moist but avoid waterlogging

• Fertilizing: Use an ericaceous (acidic) fertilizer in spring and summer

• Pruning:

  • Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape

  • Remove spent flower heads to encourage new growth

• Container Growing: Ideal for pots using ericaceous compost and ensuring good drainage