Brookside Miniature Pieris
Pieris japonica 'Brookside Miniature'
SKU
04951
A simply stunning dwarf selection with a unique columnar habit. Clusters of white flowers cover the plant in early spring. Miniature foliage emerges chartreuse before maturing to glossy green. Its unique compact stature makes it a perfect choice for smaller gardens.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | PY-er-iss juh-PON-ih-kuh |
|---|---|
| Lore | This genus, Pieris which contains nine species from Asia and North America was classified among the Ericaceous flowering plants in 1834 by David Don, 1799-1841. He named the genus after the Pierides or nine muses of mythology. Pieris is know to be poisonous and is found in pesticides. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Slow growing; reaches 2 to 4 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Early Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Hedge, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Dwarf Plant, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Sensational Dwarf Shrub |
Provide organically rich, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil, with protection from harsh winds. Thrives in dappled shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6 - 9
Your climate may be too cold for this plant