Mountain Pieris (Pieris floribuda)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Shrub

Mountain Pieris
Pieris floribuda

Mountain Pieris form
Mountain Pieris form
 
Features
Upright clusters of small, white, fragrant, bell-like flowers in spring; shiny, evergreen leaves. 
 
Culture
Partial to full shade; moist, well-drained soils best; prefers slightly acid soil. 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Brouwer's Beauty' (a hybrid between Pieris floribunda and Pieris japonica)- compact habit and dense growth, flower buds deep purplish red, flower stalks slightly arching.
 
 
Mature Height
3-6 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Width
3-6 Feet
 
Mature Form
Rounded to broad rounded 
 
Native To:
United States 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 7 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Uses
Border
Massing
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Exposure to wind and winter sun can lead to leaf scorch.
 
Additional Notes

 

 
Related Resources
Home, Yard & Garden Pest Guide
Illinois Commercial Landscape and Turfgrass Pest Management Handbook
U of IL - Distance Diagnosis through Digital Imaging
U of IL - Plant Clinic