Botanical profile

Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'

Latin name
Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'
Common name
Andromeda of Japan 'Mountain Fire'
Type
Shrub
Family
Pinaceae

Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’, known as Japanese andromeda ‘Mountain Fire’, is an ornamental evergreen shrub with a compact and dense habit, particularly appreciated for the spectacular intensity of its young foliage. In spring, its new shoots emerge a brilliant scarlet red, creating a striking contrast with the glossy dark green mature foliage. Its spring bloom consists of hanging clusters of small, elegant, pure white, bell-shaped flowers, reminiscent of lily of the valley. Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’ prefers partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Ideal for borders, foundations, or woodland gardens, it offers prolonged ornamental interest thanks to its evergreen foliage and particularly vibrant spring coloration.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Soil type
Acidic, rich, fresh and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Small, dry, ornamentally uninteresting capsules
Foliage color
Scarlet red when budding, then dark green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
slow
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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