Hardiness
Zone 5
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Andromeda 'Forest Flame'
FamilyPinaceae
Pieris japonica 'Forest Flame', commonly known as Japanese andromeda 'Forest Flame', is a highly valued evergreen ornamental shrub renowned for its spectacular foliage and elegant flowering. This variety forms a dense, rounded bush with glossy dark green foliage that remains decorative all year round. In early spring, the shrub produces long, hanging clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers reminiscent of lily of the valley. Soon after flowering, bright scarlet new shoots emerge, gradually transitioning to pink, bronze, and then dark green, creating a particularly striking multi-colored foliage effect. This succession of colors provides unique visual interest in the garden. Ideal for woodland gardens and acid-loving plant beds, this shrub prefers acidic, organic-rich, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen with young red shoots
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingDried fruits are not abundant.
Maximum height2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Maximum width1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rateslow
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature'-28°C
