Pieris aposForest Flameapos lily of the valley shrub

Position full sun or partial shade Soil humus rich, moist, well drained acid soil or ericaceous compost Rate of growth slow growing Flowering period April and May Hardiness frost hardy will need winter protection Glossy, brilliant red young leaves gradually turn pink, creamy white, then dark green. In late spring, clusters of pretty, ivory, nodding bell like flowers appear, resembling lily of the valley. The fiery red young foliage of this upright evergreen shrub will add a splash of vivid colour to a shady shrub border or woodland edge. One of the best varieties, this Pieris needs a moist, well drained acid soil and shade from morning sun. Garden care Add composted pine needles or peat when planting. Apply a generous 5 7cm 2 3in mulch of composted pine needles or peat each year around the base of the plant in early spring. Remove the faded flower heads in late spring along with any frost damaged foliage.