Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), Phytophthora root rot, and fungal leaf spot
Pests
May be susceptible to pieris lacebug
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pieris 'Firecrest' · Pieris 'Firecrest'
Grows well in acidic, moderately fertile, humus-rich soil but may need some protection in winter when young
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), Phytophthora root rot, and fungal leaf spot
May be susceptible to pieris lacebug
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