Pieris formosa


Scientific Name: Pieris formosa (Wall.) D.Don
Family: Ericaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 7-9

Sun Exposure: Light shade to part sun

Origin: Himalayas

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub or tree, up to 20 feet tall (6 m.), elliptic or lanceolate leaves, up to 6 inches long (15 cm.)

Flowers: White flowers

Watering Needs: Moderate water, needs good drainage, prefers acidic soils

Propagation: Cutting or occasionally seed, seed

  • by softwood stem tip cuttings, in summer. Apply IBA TALC 3000 PPM. Use intermittent mist. Root in 6-8 weeks. Use open-bottomed tree pots. Shade on hot sunny days..
  • by seeds, in spring. The seeds can be harvested in summer.



 

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