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Pieris japonica 'Flaming Silver'
2 Litre Pot
Plant Highlights: Cream-edged evergreen foliage • Brilliant red spring growth • Cascades of white spring flowers • Excellent for woodland gardens and containers
Overview
Pieris japonica 'Flaming Silver' is a compact evergreen shrub that offers interest in every season. Its glossy dark green leaves are edged with creamy white throughout the year, while the fresh spring growth emerges in striking shades of bright red before gradually maturing. In early to mid-spring, elegant clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers hang beneath the branches, creating a graceful display against the colourful foliage.
Its naturally neat habit makes it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, mixed shrub borders and patio containers, particularly where year-round foliage colour is desired.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Pieris japonica 'Flaming Silver' |
| Common Name | Japanese Pieris 'Flaming Silver' |
| Plant Type | Evergreen shrub |
| Light | Partial shade or full sun |
| Soil | Moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil |
| Growth Habit | Compact, upright and bushy |
| Foliage | Dark green leaves with creamy white margins; bright red new growth |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Flowering Season | Early to mid-spring |
| Mature Height | 1.0–1.5m |
| Mature Spread | 0.5–1.0m |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (−15°C to −10°C). |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in partial shade or full sun in a sheltered position. In Ireland, partial shade is often ideal, particularly where the plant is protected from cold, drying winds and early morning sun on frosty spring growth.
Watering
Water regularly during the first growing season and during prolonged dry spells, especially if grown in containers. Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.
Soil
For the best growth and foliage colour, plant in acidic to neutral, humus-rich, well-drained soil. If your garden has alkaline soil, grow it in a container using ericaceous compost.
Pruning
Pruning is rarely needed. Remove any dead or damaged stems after flowering and lightly shape the plant if required, taking care not to remove developing flower buds for the following spring.
Perfect For
- Woodland gardens
- Acid-loving planting schemes
- Mixed shrub borders
- Patio containers
- Year-round evergreen structure
Wildlife
The spring flowers provide an early source of nectar for bees and other pollinating insects.
Why We Love It
- Cream-edged evergreen foliage provides year-round interest.
- Brilliant red spring shoots create a striking seasonal display.
- Elegant white flowers brighten the garden in early spring.
- Compact habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens and containers.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 2 litre nursery pot.
- Decorative pots and containers shown, if any, are not included.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Acid neutral· Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 1.5m high· 1.0m wide
- Flowering
- Early to mid-spring· White
- Foliage
- evergreen
Useful to know
Good for containersGood for bordersPollinator friendly
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