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PIERIS
Commonly known as Lily of the valley shrub
All flower FEB-APR
Genus of 7 species of evergreen shrubs occurring in forest and on hillsides in the Himalayas, eastern Asia, North America and the West Indies.
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EvergreenElliptic leaves to 9cm (3½in) long
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Height1.5m (5ft) -
Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - bees
Pests & DiseasesPhytophthora root rot
Place of originGarden origin. -
Flower ShapePaniclesTerminal panicles to 15cm (6in) long, clustered at the tips of the shoots
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub border
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HardinessFully hardy
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soil
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Toxic - Category C
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
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Pieris - Growing Guide
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PIERIS 'Flaming Silver'
Lily of the valley shrub
Available from £17.50
PIERIS japonica 'Mountain Fire'
Lily of the valley shrub
Available from £17.50
PIERIS japonica 'Little Heath'
Lily of the valley shrub
Available from £17.50
PIERIS forrestii 'Forest Flame'
Lily of the valley shrub
Available from £17.50
Buy Varieties of PIERIS
PIERIS 'Flaming Silver'
Lily of the valley shrub
startling silver variegation and scarlet new growth
PIERIS forrestii 'Forest Flame'
Lily of the valley shrub
dainty foliage red then fading to salmon
PIERIS japonica 'Bonfire'
Lily of the Valley shrub
dark pink buds opening to pale pink/white flowers. Deep red new growth in spring.
PIERIS japonica 'Little Heath'
Lily of the valley shrub
variegated foliage with pink buds opening white
PIERIS japonica 'Mountain Fire'
Lily of the valley shrub
a very hardy variety with shiny chestnut-brown new shoots
PIERIS japonica 'Passion'
Lily of the valley shrub
reddish-purple flowers. Red new growth
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
