{"product_id":"pieris-japonica","title":"Pieris japonica","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"57\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eCommon name – Lily-of-the-valley Shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"75\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"78\"\u003ePieris japonica is an elegant evergreen shrub highly valued for its cascading clusters of delicate bell-shaped white flowers that bloom from late winter into spring. Resembling the flowers of lily-of-the-valley, the pendulous blooms create a graceful display against glossy dark green foliage, bringing year-round structure and seasonal beauty to shaded gardens. New growth often emerges in striking bronze, red, or copper tones before maturing to deep green, adding additional ornamental interest throughout the year. Well-suited to Melbourne’s cooler climate, Pieris japonica thrives in moist, well-drained acidic soil enriched with organic matter and performs best in part shade with protection from harsh afternoon sun and drying winds. Its compact habit and refined appearance make it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, feature planting, or large decorative pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"985\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ybeysm\" data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eShrub - Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"myj1d6\" data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eHeight: 1.5–3 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5cackp\" data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eWidth: 1.5–2.5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fw4iec\" data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003ePart Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"soayao\" data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eFull Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cb7nje\" data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eFlowers in Winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s9fua0\" data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eFlowers in Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7km2y7\" data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vstknr\" data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eCream white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xtbob3\" data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eBee Attracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fzo0bb\" data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9fwte6\" data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y869ay\" data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eSuitable for Pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nd493o\" data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eThrives in acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cn30qb\" data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eUseful for woodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f3cd9p\" data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eAttractive colourful new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003ePieris japonica is toxic to humans, dogs, cats, horses, and livestock if ingested. 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