Pieris japonica 'Prelude'

Prelude Pieris

Prelude Pieris is a compact evergreen with a rounded outline. New leaves carry a pink tint before darkening to green.

Clusters of white bells appear toward the end of spring. Its modest size makes it useful near a path or in a planted container.

Plant in sun or partial shade with acidic soil rich in organic matter. Maintain drainage and protect young plants from severe winter exposure.

Size (approximate)
• Height: 2.5 ft
• Width: 2.5 ft

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 5–8

Best Uses
• Border
• Specimen
• Container

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Evergreen Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

2.5 ft

Width

2.5 ft

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Part shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green, Pink

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Humus rich, Loamy, Moist well-drained, Sandy

Landscape use

Border, Container, Specimen

Shape

Globe Shaped

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No