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Key characteristics

Family: Ericaceae
Height: 4 to 5 feet
Width: 4 to 5 feet
Flower color: Pink
Foliage color: Evergreen with scarlet new growth maturing to green
Bloom time: Early spring
Light: Partial shade
Water: Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil
Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering if necessary
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 8
Wildlife: Attractive to bees

Shrubs

Pieris japonica 'Glowing Hearts'

Glowing Hearts Pieris

Pieris japonica 'Glowing Hearts' is an evergreen shrub originating from East Asia, known for its seasonal transformations. In early spring, it produces cascading clusters of soft pink, bell-shaped flowers that add gentle color to the garden. The new foliage emerges in shades of scarlet, gradually maturing to a deep green by summer, creating a continuous display of changing colors.

With its compact, upright, and spreading habit, 'Glowing Hearts' provides year-round interest through its combination of spring blooms and vibrant seasonal foliage.

Light

Partial shade

Water

Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil

Bloom time

Early spring

Find this plant

Works well in

Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Containers
Deer Prone Areas

Companion plants

Daphnes · Hydrangea · Coral bells · Solomon's seal · Oxalis · Hellebore

Design tip

Build the spring display around ‘Glowing Hearts’ changing layers of color: cascading pink flowers overlap with scarlet new foliage before the leaves deepen to green for summer. This progression gives the planting a longer period of seasonal color than the flowers alone would provide.

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