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Pieris Japonica Forest Flame 2 Litre Pot

Pieris Japonica Forest Flame 2 Litre Pot

Pieris 'Forest Flame'
Evergreen shrub with fiery red spring growth maturing to glossy green, plus cascading white bell-shaped flowers.
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Pieris 'Forest Flame'
Pieris 'Forest Flame'
RHS AGM Winner Pollinator Friendly
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
H5 (-15 to -10°C)
Mature size
2.5-4m tall × 1.5-2.5m wide
Foliage
Evergreen
Flowers
Cream
Flowering
Spring
Soil
Loam, Sand
Aspect
South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
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Pot Grown
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About Pieris Japonica Forest Flame 2 Litre Pot

Pieris japonica ‘Forest Flame’ – Brilliant Red Spring Foliage and Elegant Blooms

Pieris japonica ‘Forest Flame’ is a striking evergreen shrub celebrated for its vivid red spring growth, which gradually softens through pink and cream before maturing to glossy green. In early to mid-spring, cascading clusters of small white bell-shaped flowers appear, adding delicate contrast. Ideal for woodland gardens and acid-loving borders, it provides year-round structure and seasonal drama.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:
Young foliage emerges fiery red, creating a spectacular flush of colour. Elegant chains of creamy-white flowers hang beneath the leaves.

Summer:
Leaves mature to deep green, forming a dense, glossy evergreen backdrop.

Autumn & Winter:
Evergreen foliage maintains structure and colour through the colder months.

Structure & Form

  • Upright, bushy habit

  • Height: 2–3m (over time)

  • Spread: 1.5–2.5m

  • Glossy evergreen foliage

  • Cascading spring flowers

Makes an excellent specimen shrub or structural anchor in borders.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

  • Woodland Gardens: Thrives in partial shade.

  • Acid Borders: Perfect with rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias.

  • Specimen Planting: Eye-catching spring feature.

  • Sheltered Gardens: Performs best out of cold winds.

Growing Conditions & Care

Position:
Partial shade or sheltered full sun.

Soil:
Moist, well-drained acidic soil. Avoid chalky or alkaline soils.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in the UK (approximately -15°C).

Maintenance:
Low maintenance. Deadhead spent flowers if desired and mulch annually with ericaceous compost or leaf mould.

Why Choose Pieris ‘Forest Flame’?

  • Spectacular red spring foliage

  • Elegant white spring flowers

  • Evergreen year-round structure

  • Ideal for acid soil gardens

  • Reliable and low maintenance

Pieris japonica ‘Forest Flame’ is a bold and beautiful shrub that delivers dramatic spring colour and dependable evergreen presence in sheltered garden settings.

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