Pieris japonica

Japanese Andromeda, Japanese Pieris, Lily-of-the-Valley-Bush

Pieris japonica is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to four meters high and flowers in spring. In the garden, it is suitable for semi-shady to shady locations.

There are many cultivars available, which differ in the color of their leaves and flowers.

Pieris japonica

Characteristics & Description

Height, habit: Evergreen shrub, up to 4 meters
Origin: Eastern Asia (China, Japan, Taiwan)
USDA zone: 6 (-0.4 °F/-18 °C)

Pieris japonica Little Heath
Pieris japonica “Little Heath” is a cultivar with yellow-edged leaves.

Botany

Family: Ericaceae
Name: Pieris japonica

Pieris japonica

Pieris japonica

Pieris japonica

Pieris japonica
Pieris japonica and a cultivar with variegated leaves.

Categories: Shrubs & Trees | White flowers |

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