Pieris japonica 'Forest Flame'

Forest Flame Pieris

Forest Flame Pieris is an evergreen shrub with a striking sequence of new-leaf colors. Young growth opens bright red, passes through pink and cream, and finally becomes green.

Branched clusters of small, cream-colored bells appear in spring. With room to develop, its tall, leafy structure can anchor a border of other plants that prefer acidic soil.

Plant in sun or partial shade with acidic soil rich in organic matter. Maintain drainage and protect young plants from severe winter exposure.

Size (approximate)
• Height: 8–13 ft
• Width: 5–8 ft

Hardiness
• RHS H5 (UK hardiness rating)

Best Uses
• Border
• Specimen

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Evergreen Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

8-13 ft

Width

5-8 ft

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Cream

Leaf color

Cream, Green, Pink, Red

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Humus rich, Loamy, Moist well-drained, Sandy

Landscape use

Border, Specimen

Shape

Dense

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No