pieris 'Forest Flame'
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A large evergreen shrub, the young foliage bright red, becoming pink and cream, finally green. Small cream bell-shaped flowers in large branched clusters in spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- pieris 'Forest Flame' (Pieris 'Forest Flame')
- Genus
- Pieris
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 2.5-4 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of pieris 'Forest Flame'
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 'Forest Flame'
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pieris 'Forest Flame' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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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