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Flaming Silver Japanese Andromeda

Pieris japonica ‘Flaming Silver’

A compact, variegated evergreen for fiery red new growth, white-edged leaves, and graceful spring flowers in shade.

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Description

Flaming Silver Japanese Andromeda is a stunning variegated evergreen shrub that offers a spectacular three-season color display. Its new spring foliage emerges a brilliant, vibrant red, maturing to a deep, glossy green with a distinct, creamy-white margin. In early spring, it produces dangling chains of ivory-white, bell-shaped flowers. This compact, slow-growing shrub provides exceptional interest and is perfect for brightening shaded borders, foundation plantings, or woodland gardens.

Spectacular Variegated Foliage: New growth is fiery red, maturing to glossy green edged in creamy white, providing a long season of color.
Graceful Spring Flowers: Produces abundant, hanging clusters of white, urn-shaped flowers in early spring.
Compact & Slow-Growing: Maintains a dense, upright but manageable size, ideal for smaller gardens.
Thrives in Acidic Shade: Prefers partial to full shade and must have acidic, moist, well-drained soil (similar to rhododendrons).
Deer Resistant & Elegant: Generally avoided by deer and adds a refined, colorful presence to the shade garden.

Quick Facts

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Mature height: 4-5 ft
Mature spread: 4-5 ft
Light: Partial to full shade

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Features:Oval, glossy leathery leaves that emerge bright red before maturing to dark green with striking silver-white margins. Produces clusters of small, bell-shaped creamy white flowers.
Growth Rate: Slow
Key Advantages:Year-round foliage interest,Deer resistant,Acid-loving,Winter/spring color
Landscape Uses:Shaded foundation plantings,Woodland gardens,Asian-inspired landscapes,Specimen shrubs
Special Care:Requires acidic soil (pH 5.0-6.0),Water regularly until established,All parts are toxic if ingested,Mulch to retain moisture
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Early spring,Foliage: Evergreen with seasonal color changes

Faqs

Q: Why are the leaves on my Pieris turning yellow or brown?
A: This is almost always due to incorrect soil pH or water issues. Pieris requires acidic soil (pH 5.0-6.0). In alkaline soils, they cannot absorb iron, leading to chlorosis (yellow leaves with green veins). Ensure soil is acidic and well-drained but consistently moist.

Q: Does it need protection from wind?
A: Yes, it prefers a sheltered location. Cold, drying winds in winter can damage the evergreen foliage and flower buds.

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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