Pieris japonica 'Katsura'

Common Name:
Japanese Pieris 'Katsura'

Description:
Pieris japonica 'Katsura' is a stunning, evergreen shrub prized for its deep burgundy-red new foliage that matures to glossy dark green, creating year-round visual interest. In early spring, it produces elegant, pendulous clusters of deep pink, bell-shaped flowers that resemble those of lily-of-the-valley. This compact and slow-growing variety thrives in part shade to full sun, preferring acidic, well-drained soil. 'Katsura' is an excellent choice for garden borders, woodland gardens, and containers, where its vibrant foliage and long-lasting blooms add colour and structure. It is frost-tolerant and requires minimal maintenance once established.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 1–1.5m
• Width: 1–1.2m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Early Spring

Flower Colour:

• Deep Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Low Maintenance
• Perennial
• Frost Tolerant
• Year-Round Foliage Interest
• Suitable for Acidic Soils

Toxicity:

• Toxic to humans and pets if ingested

Companion Plants:

• Camellia
• Azalea
• Rhododendron
• Hellebores
• Ferns

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public via the following link. 

Pieris japonica 'Katsura'