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Pieris japonica 'Shojo'

Also Known As

  • Japanese Andromeda

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Pieris japonica 'Shojo' plant details

Pieris japonica 'Shojo' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and pink foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pieris japonica 'Shojo'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and pink
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, foundation plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pieris japonica 'Shojo'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Japanese cultivar has black-red buds that open to very dark pink
White flowers, tighter plant.

Gardening facts about Pieris japonica 'Shojo' plant

How to Grow Pieris japonica 'Shojo'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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