Pieris japonica ‘Flaming Silver’ – Year-Round Elegance with a Fiery Spring Display
Pieris japonica ‘Flaming Silver’ is a beautifully compact evergreen shrub that delivers colour and interest in every season. In spring, its new growth bursts forth in shades of vivid crimson, creating a striking contrast against the mature leaves edged with a neat silver-white margin. As the season progresses, these fresh shoots mature to glossy green with their delicate variegation, providing a sophisticated backdrop to other plants in the garden.
In early spring, graceful clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers cascade from the branches, adding a soft, romantic feel to its bold foliage. These blooms are a valuable source of early nectar for pollinators, making ‘Flaming Silver’ not only beautiful but wildlife-friendly too.
This slow-growing shrub is perfect for smaller gardens, containers, or mixed borders, thriving in acid to neutral soils and preferring partial shade, where its variegation really stands out. It requires minimal maintenance and is naturally tidy in form, making it a superb choice for adding year-round structure and colour without fuss.
Why Choose Pieris japonica ‘Flaming Silver’?
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Multi-Season Appeal – Fresh red shoots, silver-edged foliage, and spring flowers.
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Compact & Tidy – Perfect for pots or small spaces.
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Evergreen Structure – Interest in the garden all year round.
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Low Maintenance – Hardy and easy to care for.
Planting & Care Guide
Position: Partial shade is ideal, though it will tolerate sun in moist soil.
Soil: Acid to neutral, moist but well-drained soil.
Watering: Keep evenly moist, especially in containers.
Pruning: Rarely needed; lightly trim after flowering if necessary.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.