Sun Needs:
- Partial shade to full shade
- Prefers dappled sunlight or morning sun with afternoon shade
- Avoid hot, direct afternoon sun
Bloom Time:
- Early to mid-spring
- White, urn-shaped flowers in dense, upright clusters
- Fragrant and attractive to early pollinators
Size:
Height: 3 to 6 feet tall
Width: 3 to 5 feet wide
Attributes:
- Evergreen foliage with a dense, upright habit
- Fragrant white flowers in spring
- Deer-resistant and pollinator-friendly
- Native to the southeastern U.S.
- More cold-hardy and compact than Pieris japonica
Care Tips:
- Plant in acidic, well-drained, organically rich soil
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods
- Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots
- Avoid heavy pruning; shape lightly after flowering if needed
- Protect from harsh winter winds
- Monitor for lace bugs and root rot in poorly drained soils
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