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Beginner
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1m
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1m
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10-20 years
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1 hour care
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This plant
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Botanical name: Pieris japonica 'Katsura'
Other names: Japanese pieris 'Katsura', Lily-of-the-valley bush 'Katsura'
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Genus: Pieris
Variety or cultivar: 'Katsura' _ 'Katsura' is a medium, dome-shaped, evergreen shrub with red leaves in spring that turn to long, lustrous, dark green leaves. It flowers freely producing arching racemes of rose-coloured, bell-shaped flowers in spring.
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is: Evergreen
Flower: Pale-pink in Spring
Foliage: Red-maroon in Spring; Dark-green in All seasons
Fruit: Black in Autumn
Habit: Compact
Toxicity: Leaves and flower nectar may cause severe discomfort if ingested.
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' (Japanese pieris 'Katsura') will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 1m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, Banks and Slopes, City, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders, Low Maintenance, Containers, Woodland
Cultivation: Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, acidic soil in full sun to partial shade. May need protection in winter until established.
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Loamy, Sandy |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
sandra savickas
I would like to put this plant in a windy area, that is not protected. Will it be ok in this condition.
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- Posted: Sat. 15th May 2010 20:52
- Last reply: Tue. 18th May 2010 18:48
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