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Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'-Evergreen Shrub-Vibrant Red New Growth 3 Gallon

Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'-Evergreen Shrub-Vibrant Red New Growth 3 Gallon

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Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'

Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'

Description

Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire' is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its vibrant red new growth that matures to a glossy dark green. In spring, it produces clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers that add a delicate charm to gardens.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use in mixed borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant. It can also be grown in containers for patios or small garden spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Mountain Fire' Japanese Andromeda
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4 to 8 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Ferns

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates
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