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Pieris japonica

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height 2.7 - 4 m (9 - 12 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Pieris japonica (Japanese pieris) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid spring. This plant is upright and has showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Pieris japonica (Japanese pieris) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.