Pieris Japonica Mountain Fire 2L

Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’ 2L Pot

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Botanical Name: Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’
• Common Name: Japanese Pieris, Mountain Fire Lily of the Valley Shrub
• Container Size: 2 Litre Pot
• Mature Height: 1.5-2.5 m (5-8 feet)
• Mature Spread: 1.2-2 m (4-6 feet)
• Flower Color: White
• Flower Form: Bell-shaped, pendulous clusters
• Scent: Mildly fragrant
• Flowering Period: Late winter to early spring
• Foliage: New foliage emerges fiery red, maturing to glossy green
• Hardiness: Fully hardy (USDA zones 5-8)
• Aspect: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, acidic soil
• Uses: Borders, woodland gardens, containers, specimen plant

Description:

Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’, commonly known as Japanese Pieris or Mountain Fire Lily of the Valley Shrub, is an attractive evergreen shrub celebrated for its stunning foliage and graceful flowers. This variety is particularly noted for its new growth, which emerges in a vibrant fiery red, gradually maturing to a glossy green, creating a striking contrast in the garden.

In late winter to early spring, ‘Mountain Fire’ produces clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers that dangle gracefully, adding a delicate touch to the garden. With a mature height of 1.5-2.5 meters (5-8 feet) and a spread of 1.2-2 meters (4-6 feet), this shrub is suitable for a variety of garden settings, including borders, woodland gardens, containers, and as a specimen plant.

This Pieris thrives in partial shade to full shade and prefers moist, well-draining, acidic soil. It is fully hardy in USDA zones 5-8, making it a resilient and low-maintenance choice for gardeners looking to add year-round interest and color to their landscape.

Key Features:

• Striking New Growth: Fiery red new foliage that matures to glossy green, providing a striking visual contrast.
• Elegant Flowers: Clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers that bloom from late winter to early spring.
• Substantial Size: Mature height of 1.5-2.5 meters (5-8 feet) and a spread of 1.2-2 meters (4-6 feet), suitable for various garden settings.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, making it ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Hardy: Fully hardy in USDA zones 5-8, able to withstand a range of temperatures.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, containers, and as a specimen plant.