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Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub is one of those plants that blooms early, as soon as spring arrives, bringing joy to gardeners who are tired of being cooped up all winter. In fact, Interstella Lily of the Valley (Pieris japonica 'FARROWPJRF') often bursts into bloom before your calendar says spring has arrived. Hundreds of pretty, bell-shaped flowers cascade from stems for a colorful and elegant effect. And the shrub adds this early and dramatic color to the landscape despite receiving mostly shade.
Since it also is evergreen, you will even enjoy Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub after its long blooming season ends. The long, fine leaves are a nice deep green in summer and turn to reddish bronze in fall. Reaching only 3 to 4 feet high and wide, Interstella Lily is a must-have thriller plant for large containers or to feature where everyone around can share its spring abundance and winter color. Plant several together to border a sidewalk or patio or as a mass planting in the middle of a favorite garden bed.
Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub Care
Plant your Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub in partial shade or even full shade; just try to avoid placing the plant where it gets sun all day or too much wind. Although it likes somewhat moist conditions, don't give it too much water too often, and make sure the soil in your container or bed drains well. The plant prefers slightly acidic soil but has no other heavy requirements for soil health. You should not prune the plant often or in spring because those gorgeous flowers grow on branches from the previous year. Just remove dead or damaged branches and shape lightly after blooming ends.
Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub Spacing
For one of the most stunning borders or beds in the neighborhood, place several of these rhododendron relatives in a row. Space the plants 3 to 4 feet apart from center to center.
Interesting Facts - There are several other names this plant goes by including Japanese andromeda, lily of the valley shrub, and Japanese pieris. The scientific name of Pieris actually comes from Greek mythology.
Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Full Shade to Full Sun (Most Sun Conditions)
- Mature Height
- 3-4 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 3-4 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Mounded
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Pink, White
- Flower Description
- Ruby-red and white, small, bell-shaped flowers
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Blooms On
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Old Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Right after flowering
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Long, slender dark green leaves with reddish bronze
- Foliage Type
- , Evergreen
- Seasonal Interest
- , Spring Flowering, Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 4 Season Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Interstella Lily of the Valley Shrub
- Also Known As
- Japanese Andromeda; Japanese pieris
- Botanical Name
- Interstella Pieris japonica 'FARROWPJRF' USPPAF
- Brand
- Proven Winners
- Plant Type
- Shrub
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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