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Japanese Pieris

Colorful foliage emerges red, changes to pink, and then to creamy white before maturing to green. Plant in containers, or use as a specimen or accent plant. A beautiful addition to the shrub border or landscape.

Companion Plants

Azalea

Hydrangea

Yaupon Holly

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Japanese Pieris

  • Botanical name

    Pieris hybrid

  • Variety

    Forest Flame

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    10-14' (3-4.5 m)

  • Habit

    Compact

  • Feed

    Use acidic in spring

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Red

  • Bloom Time

    Spring

  • Maintenance

    Protect from winter winds

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Pam N.'s collection