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PIERIS japonica 'Little Heath'

Commonly known as Lily of the valley shrub

Variegated foliage with pink buds opening white
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long, pink-flushed with silvery margins
  • White
    Pink buds opening white
  • Height
    60cm (24in))
  • Spread
    60cm (24in))
  • Dwarf shrub
    Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
    Compact shrub with small, urn-shaped flowers
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

PIERIS japonica 'Little Heath'

 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only
£17.50 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £15 each
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Phytophthora root rot
    Place of origin
    Garden origin
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Patio / pot plants
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Silver variegated
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 5
    Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
    Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
    When: Annually after flowering.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Acid / ericaceous loving
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
Pieris - Growing Guide
60cm (24in))
 Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in))
  

Useful extras...

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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

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Wildflower Mini Meadow
Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden. 200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
2 options from £7.00

Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50

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