Pieris japonica 'Shojo' typically starts flowering in late March or early April.
Japanese pieris
Pieris japonica 'Shojo'
Also Known As - Japanese pierisJapanese pieris, also known as Pieris japonica 'Shojo', is a small, evergreen shrub. Its dark green foliage is complimented by clusters of small white flowers which bloom annually in the spring. Shojo is an ideal choice as a foundation planting due to its fast growth and adaptability to wet areas, making it an outstanding pick for moist gardens in partial shade. It can grow to a height of 5 to 8 feet and become 6 feet wide with a spread of up to 8 feet. Its dense growth habits make it an excellent choice for privacy screening. Shojo can also tolerate heavy pruning, allowing for creative manipulation of this striking foliage.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings,Greenwood Cuttings,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Filtered shade, Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Acidic, Well-drained
Fruits:
red,pink,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Japanese pieris (Pieris japonica 'Shojo') should be watered thoroughly in spring and summer, about once a week or when the soil feels dry to the touch. Make sure to water the plant early in the day, and try to keep the soil evenly moist at all times. In fall and winter, water regularly but less frequently, about every 2 weeks or when the soil feels dry. Aim to keep the soil slightly moist at all times, but don't overwater.
sunlight
Japanese pieris (Pieris japonica 'Shojo') should receive at least 6-8 hours of full sunlight per day during the growing season. While the plant is tolerant of some shade, direct sun is preferable. During the winter months, it is best to provide as much sun as possible to ensure adequate flowering. In more northern climates, plants will benefit from a bit more sun. In cold climates, it is best to reduce sun exposure to prevent damage from extreme temperatures.
pruning
Prune Japanese pieris (Pieris japonica 'Shojo') after it has finished flowering in the early part of spring. Prune off the spent flower clusters and any weak or damaged branches that appear. Prune the main stems slightly to maintain the desired shape. Pruning should always be light and judicious – no more than 1 third of the plant should be removed in any 1 season. Pruning more than this can risk damaging the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Pieris japonica 'Shojo' is in July and August.
