Pieris Japonica Mountain Fire - Shrub - 50-70cm - 7lt

Pieris Japonica 'Mountain Fire' is a visually striking evergreen shrub known for its vibrant display of color and unique foliage. Originating from Japan, it typically grows to around 4 to 8 feet in height and width, making it a suitable choice for garden landscapes. It boasts lance-shaped leaves which undergo a stunning transformation, starting as fiery red when young, before transitioning to a lustrous dark green as they mature. This metamorphosis lends the plant its "Mountain Fire" moniker.

This plant produces clusters of beautiful, drooping, creamy-white, urn-shaped flowers in early spring, which persist, creating a vivid contrast with the bold new foliage. It’s a magnet for pollinators, providing a valuable nectar source for bees. It prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil and partial to full sun exposure, with a requirement for regular watering, especially in extreme heat. However, it's relatively low-maintenance, being resilient to most pests and diseases.

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Pieris Japonica 'Mountain Fire' serves as a foundational plant in landscape design due to its robust and evergreen nature, which provides year-round interest. Its versatile character allows it to be planted singly or as part of a mixed border, granting a continual allure to gardens.