Pieris japonica 'MINOR' dwarf lily-of-the-valley shrub
size/type
small shrub,small shrub
usual height
0,2-0,4m
usual width
0,3-0,5m
leaves
evergreen broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
soil type
acidic (peaty)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
5b (down to -27°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
This tiny little shrub is a dwarf pieris. It is a gorgeous mound-forming plant that grows very slowly and requires nearly no care. The one in our garden has been there for quite a few years now and is only watered by rain, receives no fertilizing at all, and is doing just great. It has short, narrow, pointed leaves of mid to dark green colour. Young shoots are light green with salmon pink shades. It does not flower. Thanks to its slow and compact growth it is ideal for rockeries and small gardens, as well as for borders of larger arrangements. It needs semi-fertile, moist but well drained, acidic soil. Fully hardy to min. -27°C (USDA zone 5b).
Last update 19-01-2009
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