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Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris

Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff'

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Overview

The Pieris japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff', or Mountain Fire Lily of the Valley, is a compact evergreen shrub reaching up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide. It flaunts striking chains of pink-tinged white flowers in early spring, complemented by fiery red new foliage. Thriving in part shade and acidic, well-drained soil in USDA zones 5-8, it's perfect for adding vibrant, year-round interest to temperate gardens.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 4–8Type Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — These fragrant blossoms are roughly 6 inches long and attract butterflies and other

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — is a captivating evergreen shrub that is renowned for its striking foliage and delicate

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — Thriving in part shade and acidic

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — and slightly acidic.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — It flaunts striking chains of pink-tinged white flowers in early spring, complemented by

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — and woodland gardens.<br><br>In the early spring

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — commonly referred to as Mountain Fire Lily of the Valley

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–6 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type: Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family: Ericaceae

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Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — These fragrant blossoms are roughly 6 inches long and attract butterflies and other

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — is a captivating evergreen shrub that is renowned for its striking foliage and delicate

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — Thriving in part shade and acidic

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — and slightly acidic.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — It flaunts striking chains of pink-tinged white flowers in early spring, complemented by

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — and woodland gardens.<br><br>In the early spring

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — commonly referred to as Mountain Fire Lily of the Valley

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — is a compact evergreen shrub reaching up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — To maintain its attractive shape and encourage vigorous growth, light pruning can be done

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — burgundy-red new growth that matures into glossy

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — well-drained soil in USDA zones 5-8

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — 'Dorothy Wyckoff' graces the landscape with cascading clusters of bell-shaped

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — making it an ideal choice for foundation plantings

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — reminiscent of the traditional lily of the valley

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — or Mountain Fire Lily of the Valley

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — this variety is cold-resistant down to temperatures of -20°F to 20°F

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — providing year-round interest in the garden

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — year-round interest to temperate gardens

Dorothy Wyckoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Dorothy Wyckoff') — The shrub reaches a mature size of approximately 4 to 5 feet in height and spreads to

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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