Lily Of The Valley Bush

Pieris Japonica

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Overview

Pieris japonica, commonly called Lily of the Valley Bush, is an evergreen shrub reaching 9-12 feet in height with a 6-8 feet spread. Showy cascades of white bell-shaped flowers mimic Lily of the Valley in early spring. Glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge a fiery red, becoming dark green. Thrives in partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil. Ideal for woodland gardens, it offers year-round interest and attracts pollinators. Zones 5-8.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — commonly called Lily of the Valley Bush

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — gradually maturing to a deep green, image 41

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — is an evergreen shrub reaching 9-12 feet in height with a 6-8 feet spread

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Showy cascades of white bell-shaped flowers mimic Lily of the Valley in early spring

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge a fiery red, becoming dark green

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Thrives in partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Ideal for woodland gardens, it offers year-round interest and attracts pollinators

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — commonly called Lily of the Valley Bush

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — gradually maturing to a deep green, image 41

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — is an evergreen shrub reaching 9-12 feet in height with a 6-8 feet spread

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Showy cascades of white bell-shaped flowers mimic Lily of the Valley in early spring

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge a fiery red, becoming dark green

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Thrives in partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Ideal for woodland gardens, it offers year-round interest and attracts pollinators

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — commonly known as the Lily of the Valley Bush

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — is an ornamental evergreen shrub that brings year-round interest to any landscape design

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — This east Asian native typically reaches a mature height of 9 to 12 feet

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — with a similar spread of 6 to 8 feet

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — and bushy habit.<br><br>Its foliage is one of its most striking features

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — lanceolate leaves measuring up to 3 inches long

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — The young leaves unfurl a striking bronze-red color

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — gradually maturing to a deep green

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — offering a dynamic color display through the seasons.<br><br>In late winter to early spring

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — Lily of the Valley Bush produces pendulous clusters of bell-shaped flowers

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — reminiscent of the namesake Lily of the Valley

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — These white to pale pink blooms dangle elegantly from the branches and extend up to 6 inches long

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — although it can tolerate full sun in cooler climates

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — slightly acidic soil to flourish and consistent moisture

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — making mulching beneficial for retaining soil moisture and temperature

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — With minimal pruning required

Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica) — mainly for shape or to remove any dead or damaged wood

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