Japanese pieris 'White Rim' (Pieris japonica 'White Rim')

Japanese pieris 'White Rim'

Also known as: Japanese andromeda 'White Rim'

Japanese pieris 'White Rim' is an evergreen, compact shrub known for its leaves: dark green and tinged with creamy-white margins, with a leathery texture. It is a cultivar of Pieris japonica named for the white variations on the foliage. Gardens favor this plant for its hardiness, shade-tolerance, and low maintenance requirements.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree, Shrub

Plant Type

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Japanese pieris 'White Rim'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Japanese pieris 'White Rim' thrives in humid, shaded woodlands, preferring consistently moist soil. It should be watered weekly to maintain its lush foliage. Primarily grown outdoors as an ornamental shrub, japanese pieris 'White Rim' is an evergreen with stable water needs year-round, ensuring vibrant leaves in all seasons.

Fertilize: For japanese pieris 'White Rim', fertilize with a balanced nutrition fertilizer in early spring, followed by high nitrogen mid-spring. Apply monthly at 1 tablespoon per foot of height. Benefits include vibrant foliage and blooms. Avoid over-fertilization and ensure moist soil during application. Reduce frequency after flowering and consider slow-release formulas.

Pruning: Japanese pieris 'White Rim' is an evergreen shrub with variegated leaves and bell-shaped flowers. Prune in early to late winter post-flowering, removing dead branches to enhance growth and air circulation. Thinning crowded branches prevents fungal issues, while regular light pruning maintains shape and promotes vibrant foliage.

Propagation: Japanese pieris 'White Rim' is a popular evergreen shrub from the Ericaceae family, known for its foliage and bell-shaped flowers. Propagation is best achieved through semi-hardwood cuttings (10-15 cm) taken in late summer, using rooting hormone in a peat-perlite mix. Maintain moisture and indirect light until roots establish.

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