Pieris japonica
$25.00
incl. GST
- The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
- Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
- Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Pieris japonica, the Japanese andromeda or Japanese pieris, is a species of flowering plant in the heath family Ericaceae. It is native to eastern China, Taiwan, and Japan, where it grows in mountain thickets
- Pieris japonica is a popular temperate garden plant, producing colour in early spring. A calcifuge, it requires acid pH soil, typically in a partially shaded setting such as dappled woodland. It associates well with camellias, rhododendrons, and other lime-hating plants.
- As a member of the heather family (Ericaceae), P. japonica is known for its clusters of tiny, bell-shaped flowers.
- Japanese pieris is toxic to dogs and cats, and it is considered to be seriously toxic to humans. It contains grayanotoxins that can pose hazards even with minor ingestion.
SOIL REQUIREMENT
- Plant your Japanese pieris in soil that is rich in organic matter, moist, and well-draining. The plant does not do well in soggy blends and can be susceptible to root rot if its soil retains too much moisture. Japanese pieris plants love soil with an acidic pH level (5.1 to 6.0); before planting, check the soil pH—if you find you need to increase its acidity, you can add a specialized fertilizer for azaleas, camellias, and rhododendron, which are also acid lovers.
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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT
- Add a fertilizer formulated for azaleas, camellias or rhododendron. Mulching with an acidifying organic material such as pine needles can also help provide nutrients.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
- It is good to plant Pieris japonica in a partial shade location that shields it from the harsher afternoon light.
- Too little sunlight can also result in poor blooms. While the plant needs protection from intense sunlight, it does still require adequate light to bloom, Plant where it will receive morning sunlight and afternoon shade.
WATER REQUIREMENT
- Japanese pieris plants need regular, deep watering about once a week, either from natural rainfall or manual methods. Generally, you should aim to keep the soil consistently moist down to about 3 inches deep.