A compact, variegated Pieris with green leaves edged in creamy white and soft pink new growth. Ideal for smaller gardens or containers, it provides year round interest without becoming dominant. White spring flowers add an extra seasonal highlight.

Quick Facts
• Sunlight: Partial shade
• Soil: Acidic, moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: March to April
• Height and spread: Around 60–80cm tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub

This shrub is evergreen and holds its foliage all year.

Pieris japonica Little Heath 9cm / 1L / 2L

A compact, variegated Pieris with green leaves edged in creamy white and soft pink new growth. Ideal for smaller gardens or containers, it provides year round interest without becoming dominant. White spring flowers add an extra seasonal highlight.

Quick Facts
• Sunlight: Partial shade
• Soil: Acidic, moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: March to April
• Height and spread: Around 60–80cm tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub

This shrub is evergreen and holds its foliage all year.

Common Questions

• Is this suitable for pots?
Yes, it’s excellent in containers.

• Does variegation fade?
No, it remains attractive year round.

Planting Ideas

Works well with Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Skimmia.

More Information

Plant in sheltered conditions out of cold drying winds.
Mulch annually with bark or leaf mould to maintain acidity.

Toxicity
This plant is considered toxic if ingested by humans or pets. If a toxicity warning is not shown on a plant listing, this does not automatically mean the plant is safe. Always take care when planting where children or animals may come into contact with foliage.

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0.6m x 0.8m
Partial Shade
Fully Hardy

Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Part shade

Soil:

Moist but well drained soil, Well drained soil, Acidic soil

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