Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara'

Japanese Pieris

Scarlett O'Hara Pieris grows slowly into an upright evergreen shrub. Young leaves emerge with red and bronze tones before becoming glossy green.

Dense clusters of scented white bells appear early in the spring flowering season. The combination of flowers and fresh foliage provides a distinct seasonal accent.

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: 5–8 ft
• Width: 5–8 ft

Hardiness
• RHS H5 (UK hardiness rating)

Best Uses
• Border
• Specimen

Plant type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Evergreen Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

5-8 ft

Width

5-8 ft

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Bronze, Green, Red

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

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

Landscape use

Border, Specimen

Shape

Dense, Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No