Japanese Pieris, Lily Of The Valley Bush


Scientific Name: Pieris japonica (Thunb. ex Murray) D.Don ex G.Don
Family: Ericaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 1-9,14-17,31-35,37
USDA: 5-8

Sun Exposure: Light shade to part sun

Origin: Japan, Taiwan, eastern China, in mountain forests

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, 8 to 12 feet tall (2.4 to 3.6 m.), 8 to 12 feet in spread (2.4 to 3.6 m.), dark green lanceolate leaves

Flowers: White or red flowers, in early spring to late spring

Watering Needs: Moderate water to regular water

Propagation: Cutting or occasionally seed, layering

  • 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. Need shade on hot sunny days..
  • by layers.
  • by seeds, in spring. The seeds can be harvested in autumn.



 

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