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Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara'

Also Known As

  • Scarlett O'Hara Japanese Andromeda

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara' plant details

Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cascading panicles of lightly fragrant, white flowers emerge early spring. 4 x 4 feet in 10 years. Grow in evenly moist, well-drained acidic soils in shade to full sun. New leaves are bright red maturing to glossy green. USDA Zone: 5-8
Flowers are creamy white with delightful red speckles. The red spring leaves slowly turn green.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

This selection has bronze new growth. The early spring flowers are white, the plant's habit especially upright.

Gardening facts about Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara' plant

How to Grow Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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