Pieris Forest Flame

Common Name:
Pieris 'Forest Flame'

Description:
Pieris 'Forest Flame' is a stunning evergreen shrub prized for its spectacular foliage colour and delicate bell-shaped flowers. New growth emerges in a vibrant fiery red before maturing to soft pink, cream, and finally glossy green, providing year-round visual interest. In early spring, elegant clusters of white, lily-of-the-valley-like flowers appear, attracting bees and other pollinators. This slow-growing shrub thrives in well-drained, acidic soil and prefers a position in part shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland-style gardens, borders, or containers. It is low-maintenance and relatively pest-resistant, ideal for adding colour and texture to Melbourne gardens.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5-3 m
• Width: 1-2 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bee Attracting
• Disease Resistant
• Evergreen

Toxicity:

• Toxic to humans and pets if ingested.

Companion Plants:

• Rhododendron
• Camellia
• Azalea
• Daphne
• Hellebore