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Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush

Pieris Japonica 'Variegata'

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Overview

The Pieris japonica 'Variegata' is an evergreen shrub with striking foliage. Its creamy-white edges accent the glossy leaves, complemented by cascades of bell-shaped white flowers in spring. Thriving in part shade, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in spread, preferring acidic soil. This variegated cultivar offers year-round visual interest in USDA zones 5-8, perfect for adding contrast to shaded garden areas or woodland settings.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 5–8Type Broadleaf Evergreen, ShrubClimate Temperate
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — The Pieris japonica 'Variegata' is an evergreen shrub with striking foliage
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — Its creamy-white edges accent the glossy leavesVariegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — reminiscent of the delicate blossoms of Lily of the ValleyVariegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — perfect for adding contrast to shaded garden areas or woodland settingsVariegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — complemented by cascades of bell-shaped white flowers in springVariegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — ranging from 3 to 6 inches longVariegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — drooping clusters of white+7

Culture

Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — The Pieris japonica 'Variegata' is an evergreen shrub with striking foliage
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — Its creamy-white edges accent the glossy leaves
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — reminiscent of the delicate blossoms of Lily of the Valley
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — perfect for adding contrast to shaded garden areas or woodland settings
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — complemented by cascades of bell-shaped white flowers in spring
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — ranging from 3 to 6 inches long
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — drooping clusters of white
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — This variegated cultivar offers year-round visual interest in USDA zones 5-8
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — contrasting beautifully against the darker green centers
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — Thriving in part shade, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in spread, preferring
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — Typically reaching a height and spread of about 4 to 6 feet
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — scientifically named Pieris japonica 'Variegata'
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — which are glossy and oval-shaped with striking cream or white variegation on the margins
Variegated Lily Of The Valley Bush (Pieris Japonica 'Variegata') — bell-shaped flowers emerge
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