Andromeda

A native of Japan, andromeda (Pieris japonica) is a handsome broadleaf evergreen shrub that makes an ideal foundation or specimen plant. It's a slow-growing shrub that can reach 10 feet tall if left unpruned. In the early spring, andromeda develops arching clusters of white flowers that resemble lily-of-the-valley blooms (there are also pink-flowering forms, as well as types that have reddish or pinkish new growth). The plants' deer-resistant leaves are glossy green all year long.

A relative of rhododendrons, azaleas, blueberries, and mountain laurel, andromeda does best in a sheltered location that has rich, slightly acidic soil in partial sun. Avoid planting it in an open, exposed windy location.

Light:

Sun,Part Sun

Zones:

6-8

Plant Type:

Shrub

Plant Height:

To 12 feet tall

Plant Width:

To 10 feet wide

Flower Color:

White, Pink

Bloom Time:

Spring

Landscape Uses:

Containers,Beds & Borders

Special Features:

Flowers,Attractive Foliage,Winter Interest,Deer Resistant

Top Varieties

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'Bert Chandler' andromeda

Pieris japonica 'Bert Chandler' is a slightly hardier selection that offers white flowers in early spring and pink new growth. It grows 5 feet tall and wide. Zones 5-9
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'Christmas Cheer' andromeda

Pieris japonica 'Christmas Cheer' bears pink flowers that fade to white in early spring. It grows 10 feet tall and wide. Zones 6-9
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'Debutante' andromeda

Pieris japonica 'Debutante' shows off white flowers in early spring and is very compact, growing only 3 feet tall and wide. Zones 6-9
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'Forest Flame' andromeda

Pieris japonica 'Forest Flame' features new growth that emerges a bold red in early spring. It produces clusters of white flowers in March and April and grows 12 feet tall and wide. Zones 6-9
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Garden Plans

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Pondside Garden Plan

Propagation

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Seed
Stem Cuttings