Pieris Shrubs
Uses:
- Border
- Specimen
- Woodland Garden
Features:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Spring Flowering
- Disease/Pest Resistant
Sunlight:
- Partial Shade to Partial Sun
- 3 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight
Growing Zones:
- 4-8
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Pieris shrubs, known for their evergreen foliage, cascading clusters of bell-shaped flowers, and vibrant new growth that often appears in shades of red or bronze, bring year-round beauty to the garden. These versatile plants are perfect for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as foundation plantings.
About Pieris Shrubs
Genus
Species
Family
Pieris
There are several species in this genus, including Pieris japonica (Japanese Pieris), Pieris floribunda (Mountain Pieris), and Pieris tosaensis.
Ericaceae
Common Names:
Lily-of-the-Valley shrub, Andromeda
Native To:
Native to East Asia, particularly Japan, Korea, and China, as well as parts of North America (e.g., the Appalachian Mountains).
Plant Type:
Bushes
Foliage Type:
Evergreen
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
5 to 8
Flower Color:
White, pink, or red (typically clusters of bell-shaped flowers)
Flower Bloom Time:
Early spring (usually March to April, depending on location and variety)
Growth Habit:
Compact, upright, or mounding habit; can range from 3 to 12 feet in height, depending on the variety
Attracts:
Bees, butterflies, and birds (attracted to the flowers)
Tolerates:
Shade (prefers partial to full shade), acidic soils
Resists:
Deer-resistant, drought-tolerant once established