Pieris Forest Flame

Short Overview
Pieris Forest Flame is an evergreen ornamental shrub widely grown for its striking new foliage growth and year-round garden structure. It is especially valued for the vivid red to bronze tones of its young leaves, which contrast strongly with mature green foliage.

Key Characteristics

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub (Pieris japonica cultivar ‘Forest Flame’)
• Foliage color: New growth emerges bright red to bronze, maturing to glossy dark green
• Flowers: Small, urn-shaped white flowers in drooping clusters
• Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
• Growth habit: Upright, compact to rounded shrub
• Mature size: Typically reaches about 1.5–2 m (5–6.5 ft) in height and spread

General Growing Notes

• Light: Prefers partial shade; tolerates morning sun
• Water: Requires consistent moisture, particularly during establishment
• Soil: Grows best in acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Care considerations: Minimal pruning required; prune after flowering if shaping is needed

Note: Foliage color intensity, flowering performance, and overall growth may vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and cultivation practices.