pieris 'Firecrest'
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A large bushy evergreen shrub with broad leaves, bright red when young, later dark green. Flowers creamy-white, relatively large, in branched sprays in late winter and spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- pieris 'Firecrest' (Pieris 'Firecrest')
- Genus
- Pieris
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of pieris 'Firecrest'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of pieris 'Firecrest'
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pieris 'Firecrest' care guide
- Constant slightly damp acidic soil, avoid full root zone dehydration
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Constant slightly damp acidic soil, avoid full root zone dehydration
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak pieris ericaceous feed monthly spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. Some bottom heat may be required
Growing
GrowingGrows well in acidic, moderately fertile, humus-rich soil but may need some protection in winter when young
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Common pests and 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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