Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'

Mountain Fire Pieris

Mountain Fire Pieris makes its strongest foliage display as new leaves unfold red. They pass through copper tones before becoming dark green.

Creamy spring flowers hang among the evergreen branches. This is a substantial shrub with a full outline, so allow room for its mature spread.

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: 8–13 ft

Hardiness
• RHS H5 (UK hardiness rating)

Best Uses
• Border
• Specimen

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Evergreen Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

8-13 ft

Width

8-13 ft

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green, Red

Fall color

Green

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