Pieris japonica 'VALLEY FIRE' lily of the valley shrub
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
0,5-1,8m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
March-April
location
full to partial sun
soil type
acidic (peaty)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
5 (down to -29°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Lily of the valley shrub is an attractive evergreen shrub with handsome flowers and striking red new leaves. Vase-shaped creamy white flowers hang on pink stamens in slightly pendent, long racemes. “Valley Fire” is one of the hardiest varieties that blooms reliably and shows no damage after winter. New leaves are firey-red, turning to fresh to mid green in summer. Pieris has shallow roots so does not need deep soil. It can be planted in full sun or semi-shade provided the roots are cool and moist. The soil has to be rich in organic material and acidic. Fully hardy.