Pieris japonica ‘Katsura’ | Katsura Japanese Pieris
DESCRIPTION
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a stunning evergreen shrub with a compact, mounded growth habit. Its glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge in shades of bronze and red, maturing to a dark green that provides year-round interest. In late winter to early spring, 'Katsura' produces clusters of small, bell-shaped pink flowers, adding a delightful fragrance to the garden and attracting pollinators.
This shrub thrives in acidic, well-draining soil and prefers partial shade to full sun. While relatively low-maintenance, 'Katsura' benefits from regular pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth. With its ornamental foliage, fragrant flowers, and versatility in various landscape settings, Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a popular choice for gardens and landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a stunning evergreen shrub with a compact, mounded growth habit. Its glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge in shades of bronze and red, maturing to a dark green that provides year-round interest. In late winter to early spring, 'Katsura' produces clusters of small, bell-shaped pink flowers, adding a delightful fragrance to the garden and attracting pollinators.
This shrub thrives in acidic, well-draining soil and prefers partial shade to full sun. While relatively low-maintenance, 'Katsura' benefits from regular pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth. With its ornamental foliage, fragrant flowers, and versatility in various landscape settings, Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a popular choice for gardens and landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a stunning evergreen shrub with a compact, mounded growth habit. Its glossy, lance-shaped leaves emerge in shades of bronze and red, maturing to a dark green that provides year-round interest. In late winter to early spring, 'Katsura' produces clusters of small, bell-shaped pink flowers, adding a delightful fragrance to the garden and attracting pollinators.
This shrub thrives in acidic, well-draining soil and prefers partial shade to full sun. While relatively low-maintenance, 'Katsura' benefits from regular pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth. With its ornamental foliage, fragrant flowers, and versatility in various landscape settings, Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a popular choice for gardens and landscapes.
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Family: Ericaceae
Height: 4 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Foliage Color: Dark green, with new growth in bronze and red shades
Flower Color: Bright pink
Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring
Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Water Requirements: Regular
Maintenance: Regular pruning after flowering to maintain shape
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 5 to 8
Wildlife Attractors: The fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinators to the garden
