Pieris japonica 'Katsura'

This lovely, evergreen shrub was discovered in Japan beside a Shinto Temple and in early spring it has masses of rich pink flowers. The new foliage is an attractive dark, chocolate purple in colour and these leaves turn a lush, dark green as they age.

Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a beautiful plant that is suitable for most gardens and can also be grown in a large container.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Moist yet well drained, acid soil. Avoid waterlogged areas.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Pieris japonica 'Katsura' does best with shelter from cold winter winds. Very exposed, open areas are not ideal.
• Flowering Period: April.
• Rate of Growth: Slow.
• Habit: Pieris japonica 'Katsura' grows to be a medium sized, upright shrub in time.
• Height: 1.5 - 2 m (5 - 6 ft) 
• Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)

• Notes: Pieris japonica 'Katsura' will usually not grow well in gardens with neutral or alkali / chalky soils.