Pieris hybrid 'Forest Flame'

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'Forest Flame' Pieris is an evergreen shrub admired for its dramatic flushes of fiery red new growth that gradually matures to glossy green. In early spring, it produces elegant clusters of bell-shaped white flowers, adding further interest. Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or foundation plantings, it provides year-round structure and color.

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Growing Zone	Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Know Your Zone
Pet friendly	No
Mature height	6–10 ft (1.8–3 m)
Sunlight	Partial shade to full shade
Type of Soil	Acidic
Maintenance level	Low maintenance
Water Requirement	Moderate watering (once a week)

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Growth Rate	Moderate; reaches 6–10 ft in several years.
Colorful leaves	Yes
Flowering	Yes
Bloom Color	White
Disease resistant	Yes
Cold Tolerant	Yes
Heat Tolerant	Yes
Drought Tolerant	No
Deer Resistant	Yes
Edible	No
Wildlife Attraction	Flowers attract early bees; not favored by deer.
Self-pollinating	Cross-pollinating
Seasonality	Evergreen foliage year-round; vivid red spring growth and spring flowers.
Ideal For	Foundation plantings, woodland gardens, shade borders
Leaf Description	New growth emerges fiery red, matures to glossy green; striking year-round contrast.
Flower Description	Cascading white bell-shaped flowers in early spring; similar to lily-of-the-valley.
Planting Instructions	Plant in acidic, moist, well-draining soil. Space at least 3 ft apart. Avoid lime-heavy areas.
Pruning & Maintenance	Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove dead wood. No hard pruning needed.
Water Needs	Needs consistent moisture; mulch to retain soil moisture and acidity.
Light Needs	Best in partial shade; tolerates full sun with adequate moisture.
Harvesting	No fruit of ornamental value; foliage is the highlight.
Fertilizing	Use ericaceous (acid-loving) fertilizer in spring. Avoid lime-based products.
Pollination	Pollinated by bees and other early-season insects.
Companion Plants	Azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, hostas, and heucheras complement its needs and foliage contrast.

Seasonality and Flowering
Planting Instructions

Evergreen foliage year-round; vivid red spring growth and spring flowers.

Cascading white bell-shaped flowers in early spring; similar to lily-of-the-valley.

Plant in acidic, moist, well-draining soil. Space at least 3 ft apart. Avoid lime-heavy areas.

Pieris hybrid 'Forest Flame'

Pieris hybrid 'Forest Flame'

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