Plants in genus pieris
Pieris japonica 'Mountain Snow'
More heat tolerant than standard Pieris japonica, this plant features new bronze-colored foliage that matures to dark emerald green. It has bell-shaped white blooms and pendant panicles of petite buds that appear in summer, with blooms opening in early spring. It thrives in partial shade with either morning or afternoon sun.
Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire'
Pieris japonica 'Mountain Fire' is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers and striking red spring growth. It thrives in partial shade and slightly acidic soil, making it ideal for xeriscaping. This plant is drought-tolerant once established and attracts pollinators.
Pieris japonica 'Sarabande'
Pieris japonica 'Sarabande' is a low-maintenance, broadleaf evergreen shrub with lush green leaves year-round. It produces green-white flowers in late winter or early spring, adding a touch of color to partially shaded areas. This plant prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil and is ideal for gardeners seeking a reliable, attractive shrub.
Pieris japonica 'Scarlet O'hara'
Pieris japonica 'Scarlet O'hara' is an evergreen shrub known for its fragrant white bell-shaped flowers and showy red spring foliage. It is deer and rabbit resistant, thriving in full sun and partial shade. This low-maintenance plant prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Pieris japonica 'Flaming Silver'
Pieris japonica 'Flaming Silver' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bright red new spring foliage and dark-green leaves with silver edges in summer. It produces pink buds and fragrant white flowers in early spring, attracting pollinators and hummingbirds. This deer-resistant shrub tolerates urban conditions and pollution.
Pieris japonica 'Dorothy Wycoff'
Pieris japonica 'Dorothy Wycoff' is a broad-leaved evergreen with dark red buds that open to pale pink, bell-shaped flowers. These fragrant blooms are held on long, hanging racemes and serve as an early nectar source for pollinators. The plant features lustrous dark-green foliage and red new growth, thriving in sun or partial shade. It is deer resistant and prefers rich, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils.
Pieris japonica 'Cavatine'
Pieris japonica 'Cavatine' is a dwarf evergreen shrub known for its year-round glossy green leaves and profuse spring blooms. This compact plant maintains its shape without the need for pruning, making it ideal for borders and containers. It thrives in both sun and shade, offering versatility in garden placement. The shrub's bell-shaped flowers add a charming touch to any landscape. Its evergreen nature ensures continuous interest throughout the year.
Pieris japonica 'Brouwers Beauty'
Pieris japonica 'Brouwers Beauty' is an evergreen shrub with purple-red buds in winter and white flowers in spring. It is deer-resistant and compact, making it suitable for fire-wise landscaping and xeriscaping. This plant prefers full sun to part shade and slightly acidic soil.
Pieris japonica 'Katsura'
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a broad-leaved evergreen with fiery red new growth and lavender buds in late winter. It produces fragrant, pale bell-shaped flowers in early spring and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. This plant is deer resistant and tolerates urban conditions.