Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ericaceae

Genus:

Pieris

Species:

Pieris floribunda

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Bloom Colors:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Appalachian Mountains, prefers organic matter