| Good as container plants and companion plants with Rhododendrons (both prefer moist, acid, organic soil), these evergreen shrubs have deep green leaves and urn-shaped flowers. New spring foliage is often red or bronze. Scores of cultivars are available, including dwarf forms, selections with variegated leaves and others with white, pink or reddish flowers. They are easiest to grow in the coastal valleys of the Northwest United States. Protect from hot afternoon sun in warmer climates and strong winter winds in northern zones. Deadhead old flowers to promote next year's buds. Lace Bugs are a problem in eastern states, especially for Japanese Pieris. |
Fiery red foliage and drooping clusters of waxy white flowers distinguish this round, evergreen shrub. Leaves turn dark green as they mature. Some varieties have variegated leaves.
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Attributes - Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'
Plant Type: Shrub
Bloom Season: Early Spring through Late Spring
Flower Color: White
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 8 ft. to 10 ft.
Width: 10 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Climate: Zones 5, 6, 7, 8
Notes: Thrives in Acid Soil, Wet Soil. Container Plants, Cut Flowers, Long Blooming, Showy Flowers. Susceptible to Black Spot, Scales, Spider Mites, Thrips.
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