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PIERIS japonica 'Bonfire'
Commonly known as Lily of the Valley shrub

Dark pink buds opening to pale pink/white flowers. Deep red new growth in spring.
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - bees -
Pests & Diseases
Phytophthora root rot -
EvergreenNarrowly obovate to elliptic, toothed, glossy leaves to 9cm (3½in) long
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White
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Panicles
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Height
1m (39in) -
Spread
1m (39in) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, slow-growing shrub producing upright panicles of flowers
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Pruning group 8
Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size1m (39in)
1m (39in)
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