Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Pieris japonica is a compact, rounded, evergreen shrub grown for its early display of spring flowers. It's perfect for growing in a shrub border or woodland area. It bears attractive bronze foliage which matures to dark green, and white blooms resembling lily of the valley.
Pieris japonica 'Firecrest' has bright red young bracts in spring, which contrast beautifully with pure white flowers. It has been given the Award of Garden Merit (AGM) by the Royal Horticultural Society.
Grow Pieris japonica 'Firecrest' in a sheltered, partially shaded spot in moist but well-drained, acidic soil. Mulch annually with well-rotted pine needles. Remove faded flowers and frost-damaged foliage in late-spring.
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Pieris ‘Firecrest’ and wildlife
Pieris ‘Firecrest’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Pieris ‘Firecrest’ poisonous?
Pieris ‘Firecrest’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.
