Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' - Pieris 'Forest Flame' (Care, Characteristics, Flower, Images)

Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame'

Also known as: Japanese andromeda 'Forest Flame'

Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' is a broadleaf, evergreen fetterbush which grows to a height of 1.2 to 2 m. It is named for the way its foliage starts as a bright, vibrant red before transitioning through cream and into a dark, glossy green. This striking variant of Pieris japonica is loved for this multicolored foliage and its contrasting pink flowers.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Spring

Bloom Time

2.5 m

Plant Height

1.8 m

Spread

Green, Yellow, Red

Leaf Color

White

Flower Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Care Guide for Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' thrives in moist, well-drained soil with consistent humidity, requiring weekly watering. It is moderately drought-tolerant once established and maintains leaf hydration year-round, making soil moisture consistency essential to prevent stress during dry spells.

Fertilize: Fertilize japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' with balanced or high-nitrogen fertilizers in spring and summer for healthy growth, applying once early and again mid-season. Follow label instructions, typically one tablespoon per square foot. Reduce application in autumn to aid dormancy, ensuring japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' thrives throughout the seasons.

Pruning: Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' thrives with early to late winter pruning to remove dead branches, enhance health, and boost flowering. Thin crowded areas for improved air circulation, preventing disease, while light pruning maintains its natural shape. Proper timing and technique foster robust growth and aesthetic appeal.

Propagation: Japanese pieris 'Forest Flame' is a popular ornamental shrub with vibrant foliage and flowers. Propagate using semi-hardwood cuttings (4-6 inches long). Prepare by stripping lower leaves, applying rooting hormone, and planting in a well-draining soil mix with high humidity and indirect light for optimal root growth.

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