SCIENTIFIC NAME: Pieris japonica 'Mountain Snow'
COMMON NAME: Mountain Snow Japanese Pieris
GARDEN SIZE: 3-4 ft. tall x 2-3 ft. wide
GROWTH RATE: Slow, increasing to moderate as it matures
USDA ZONE: 4-8
EXPOSURE: Part Shade; Protect from harsh winter winds
WATER & SOIL: Prefers medium moisture, well-drained slightly acidic soils; drought-tolerant once established
HABIT (FORM): Dense, rounded shrub
FOLIAGE: Evergreen; Oblong, glossy dark green leaves that emerge bronze
FLOWERS: Drooping clusters of white bead-like flowers in early spring
PLANT ORIGIN: Japan, Taiwan, and eastern China
WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a host for local insects and wildlife. May provide food for insects in the spring.
FERTILIZING: Use a fertilizer for acid-loving plants (such as Holly-tone) after blooming in the spring and during the fall.
PRUNING: Prune spent flowers immediately after flowering
TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Also toxic to humans.
USES: Foundation Plant, Shade Gardens, Border, Specimen
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