Pieris Forest Flame Pieris japonica Forest Flame is well known for its foliage and flowers, and native to the mountain thickets of eastern China, Taiwan, and Japan. In Spring, Forest Flame has vivid red young leaves that mature to green. In May and June, large bunches of white, lily-of-the-valley type flowers on large branched clustered cover this reliable shrub. Forest Flame holds the RHS Award for Garden Merit.Site: Sheltered sites. Cold, drying winds can damage new growthSoil: Well drained, moist, acidic soilsPosition: Partial shadeSeason of Interest: Coloured foliage in Spring, white flowers in May/June evergreen foliageHardiness: Fully hardyHeight: 8-10ft (2.5-3m) over time Spread: 8-10ft (2.5-3m) over time