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Katsura Pieris

Pieris Japonica 'Katsura'

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Overview

The Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a striking evergreen shrub, boasting unique, pendulous clusters of pink flowers that emerge in early spring. A compact variety, it reaches up to 4 feet in height and spread. Its new foliage unfurls in a vibrant burgundy, aging to a deep green. Preferring partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil, it's perfect for adding layered contrast to woodland gardens in USDA zones 5-8.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — The Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a striking evergreen shrub
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — pendulous clusters of pink flowers that emerge in early springKatsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — A compact variety, it reaches up to 4 feet in height and spreadKatsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — Its new foliage unfurls in a vibrant burgundy, aging to a deep greenKatsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — Preferring partial shade and well-drainedKatsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — it's perfect for adding layered contrast to woodland gardens in USDA zones 5-8Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — As an oriental jewel in your garden+12

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — The Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a striking evergreen shrub
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — pendulous clusters of pink flowers that emerge in early spring
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — A compact variety, it reaches up to 4 feet in height and spread
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — Its new foliage unfurls in a vibrant burgundy, aging to a deep green
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — Preferring partial shade and well-drained
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — it's perfect for adding layered contrast to woodland gardens in USDA zones 5-8
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — As an oriental jewel in your garden
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — commonly known as Katsura Pieris or Japanese Andromeda
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — exhibits a vibrant display of deep purple
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — lance-shaped young foliage which gradually matures to a lush dark green
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — the \'Katsura\' delights with bell-shaped
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — rose-hued flower clusters that hang gracefully from arched stems
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — evoking an image of a floral chandelier
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — These pendulous inflorescences can grow up to 6 inches long
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — showcasing a preference for acidic
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — Reaching a mature size between 9 to 12 feet tall with a spread of 6 to 8 feet
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — this shrub makes an ideal specimen or foundation plant
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — It\'s also perfect for creating tiered effects when planted among lower-growing companion plants
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — and resistance to deer further enhance its value in a customized garden design

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