{"product_id":"pieris-japonica","title":"Pieris japonica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/content\/3-terms-and-conditions\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eDISCLAIMER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers\/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers\/fruits at the time of order\/delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePieris 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\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePieris 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAs a member of the heather family (Ericaceae), P. japonica is known for its clusters of tiny, bell-shaped flowers. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOIL REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlant 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/17-planting-media\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; SOIL \u0026amp; PLANTING MEDIA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEEDING\/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a fertilizer formulated for azaleas, camellias or rhododendron.  Mulching with an acidifying organic material such as pine needles can also help provide nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/18-fertilizers\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; FERTILIZER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHT REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIt is good to plant Pieris japonica in a partial shade location that shields it from the harsher afternoon light.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eToo 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWATER REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese 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. \u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/other-accessories-tools\/1752-repotting-service-for-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eRE-POTTING SERVICES\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/38-other-plants\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; OTHER PLANTS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Candy Floriculture","offers":[{"title":"15cm(Ø) x 12cm(H)","offer_id":52636126675258,"sku":"15cm(Ø) x 12cm(H)","price":25.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5319\/7114\/files\/20633.jpg?v=1768401014","url":"https:\/\/candy.com.sg\/products\/pieris-japonica","provider":"Candy Floriculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}