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

Katsura Japanese Pieris (Pieris japonica ‘Katsura’) is a broadleaf evergreen flowering shrub admired for its distinctive burgundy-red new growth, glossy mature foliage, and elegant clusters of spring flowers. Also known as Katsura Japanese Andromeda, this ornamental shrub brings color and texture to woodland gardens, shaded foundation plantings, mixed evergreen borders, and decorative outdoor containers.

In early spring, Katsura Japanese Pieris produces graceful racemes of bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink to rose-red. The blossoms hang in attractive clusters against the dark green foliage. One of this cultivar's most distinctive characteristics is its repeated flushes of burgundy-red new leaves throughout the growing season. As the new foliage matures, it gradually transitions to glossy green, creating a colorful contrast between emerging and established leaves.

Katsura Japanese Pieris performs best in partial shade and prefers acidic, organically rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. It is especially suited to gardens that receive morning sunlight and protection from intense afternoon heat. Its naturally bushy growth habit, colorful foliage, and spring flowers make it an appealing choice for ornamental landscapes requiring year-round greenery.

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

Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

Shipping Size

• Quantity: 1 Live Katsura 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: Pink to Rose-Red

• Flower Form: Bell-Shaped Blossoms in Hanging Racemes

• New Foliage Color: Burgundy-Red

• Mature Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green

• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright

• Bloom Season: Early Spring

• Seasonal Interest: Repeated Flushes of Burgundy-Red New Growth

• 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 Katsura Japanese Pieris Plant

• Container Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot (G3)

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

• Common Name: Katsura Japanese Pieris

• Alternative Common Name: Katsura Japanese Andromeda

• Scientific Name: Pieris japonica ‘Katsura’

• Cultivar: Katsura

• Plant Type: Broadleaf Evergreen Flowering Shrub

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright

• New Foliage Color: Burgundy-Red

• Mature Foliage Color: Glossy Dark Green

• Foliage Interest: Repeated Flushes of Burgundy-Red Growth

• Flower Color: Pink to Rose-Red

• Flower Form: Bell-Shaped Flowers in Hanging Racemes

• Bloom Season: Early Spring

• 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 Evergreen Borders, and Decorative Outdoor Containers

• Ornamental Interest: Rose-Pink Flowers and Burgundy-Red New Foliage

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

• Outdoor Plant: Yes

• Seasonal Habit: Evergreen

• Plant Safety: Toxic if Ingested

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