Pieris Mountain Fire

Bring fiery red new growth and white spring flowers to shaded evergreen foundations. Mountain Fire Pieris develops glossy dark green foliage after its colorful new leaves emerge bright red. Drooping flower clusters appear on red stems and create a strong spring contrast.

Growing Guide

• Sun Exposure: Part Sun to Full Shade
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8
• Mature Height: 4'–8'
• Mature Width: 3'–6'
• Spacing: 5'
• Soil: Slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'
• Common Name: Mountain Fire Pieris
• Plant Type: Evergreen Flowering Shrub
• Bloom Color: White
• Season of Interest: Spring, Year-Round
• Foliage: Evergreen
• Growth Habit: Spreading, Rounded, and Dense
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes

Key Features

• Fiery red new growth
• Glossy dark green mature foliage
• White bell-shaped spring flowers
• Year-round evergreen interest
• Excellent woodland shrub

Landscape Uses

• Foundation plantings
• Woodland gardens
• Borders
• Wildlife gardens
• Containers

Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in part sun to full shade.
• Provide acidic, well-drained soil.
• Water regularly.
• Remove spent flowers and monitor for lace bugs, scale, and mites.

Companion Plants

• Rhododendron Abby's Re-View®
• Camellia Kanjiro
• Aucuba Picturata
• Carex EverColor Everest
• Liriope Big Blue

Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.

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Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.

If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.