
Aspect
Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy in most UK gardens, prefers a sheltered position
Flowers
March - May
Soil
Acidic loam, ericaceous compost
About this plant
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Description
A striking, compact shrub with variegated green and silver foliage, flushed with vivid pink-red new growth in spring, complemented by elegant clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers.
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Why we like it
Specs & details
The particulars
- Botanical name
- Pieris japonica 'Flaming Silver'
- Common name
- Lily-of-the-valley shrub
- Supplied as
- 3 litre pot
- Flowering period
- March - May
- Habit
- Compact, bushy shrub
- Hardiness
- Hardy in most UK gardens, prefers a sheltered position
- Aspect
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Acidic loam, ericaceous compost
- Moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Position
- Shaded border, patio container
Planting & care
Help it thrive
Planting guide
Plant in spring or autumn in acidic, well-drained soil. Use ericaceous compost when planting in containers or alkaline soils. Choose a sheltered spot with partial shade.
Care tips
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Feed with an ericaceous fertiliser in spring and remove faded flowers if desired.
Winter care
Protect from cold, drying winds and harsh frost. Mulch with ericaceous compost or leaf mould to insulate roots and maintain soil acidity.

