Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris 1 Live Evergreen Shrub, 3 Gallon Pot – Pieris japonica ‘Dorothy Wycoff’

Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris japonica ‘Dorothy Wycoff’) is a broadleaf evergreen flowering shrub admired for its glossy dark green foliage, colorful flower buds, and elegant spring blossoms. Also known as Japanese andromeda, this ornamental shrub develops a naturally dense, rounded growth habit that makes it suitable for woodland gardens, shaded foundation plantings, mixed shrub borders, and decorative landscape beds.

During late summer and autumn, Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris forms clusters of deep pink to reddish flower buds that remain visible through winter. In early spring, these buds open into graceful, drooping clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers that are white to pale pink. The contrast between the colorful buds, delicate blossoms, and glossy evergreen leaves provides ornamental interest across multiple seasons.

Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris performs best in partial shade and prefers acidic, organically rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It is particularly well suited to woodland-style landscapes and gardens that receive morning sunlight with protection from intense afternoon heat. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round structure, while the long-lasting flower buds and spring blossoms add seasonal color.

Each order includes 1 live Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris supplied in a 3-gallon nursery container (G3).

Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

Shipping Size

• Quantity: 1 Live Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Evergreen Shrub

• Flower Color: White to Pale Pink

• Flower Bud Color: Deep Pink to Reddish-Pink

• Flower Form: Small, Bell-Shaped Flowers in Drooping Clusters

• Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green

• Growth Habit: Dense, Rounded, Upright

• Bloom Season: Early Spring

• Winter Interest: Colorful Flower Buds and Evergreen Foliage

• Seasonal Appearance: Broadleaf Evergreen

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Plant Safety Notice: Japanese Pieris contains naturally occurring compounds that are toxic if ingested by people or animals. Keep this ornamental shrub away from pets, livestock, and children who may chew plant material.

• Quantity: 1 Live Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

• Common Name: Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris

• Alternative Common Name: Japanese Andromeda

• Scientific Name: Pieris japonica ‘Dorothy Wycoff’

• Cultivar: Dorothy Wycoff

• Plant Type: Broadleaf Evergreen Flowering Shrub

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Growth Habit: Dense, Rounded, Upright

• Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green

• Flower Bud Color: Deep Pink to Reddish-Pink

• Flower Color: White to Pale Pink

• Flower Form: Bell-Shaped Blossoms in Drooping Clusters

• Bloom Season: Early Spring

• Winter Interest: Colorful Flower Buds

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 5–8

• Sunlight: Partial Shade; Morning Sun With Afternoon Shade

• Soil Preference: Acidic, Organically Rich, Well-Drained Soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate; Prefers Consistent Moisture

• Landscape Uses: Woodland Gardens, Shaded Foundation Plantings, Mixed Shrub Borders, and Ornamental Landscapes

• Ornamental Interest: Pink Flower Buds, Spring Blossoms, and Glossy Evergreen Foliage

• Container Suitable: Yes, With Acidic Potting Medium and Adequate Drainage

• Outdoor Plant: Yes

• Seasonal Habit: Evergreen

• Plant Safety: Toxic if Ingested

Live Dorothy Wycoff Japanese Pieris (Pieris japonica ‘Dorothy Wycoff’), natural root system, nursery growing medium, 3-gallon nursery container.