• pieris katsura march blooming shrub
  • pieris katsura blooming shrub
  • Pieris Katsura Closeup
  • pieris katsura has very showy pink flowers with a bit of red
  • pieris katsura blooms in the sunshine

Images Depict Mature Plants

Pieris Katsura

Pieris japonica 'Katsura' Plant Patent #15452

Pieris Katsura was hybridized by Yoshimichi Hirose. It stands above all previous Pieris introductions owing to its unparalleled, wine-red new growth.

Sale Price $39.56 USD List Price $43.95 USD
Size Selector
Low Stock: Remaining
- +

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Delay shipping by leaving us a message at Checkout.

Share:

Recommended Add-Ons

Espoma Bio-Tone Starter Plus

Espoma Bio-Tone Starter Plus

DeWitt Dew Right Tree Watering Donut

DeWitt Dew Right Tree Watering Donut

Espoma Flower-Tone

Espoma Flower-Tone

Gilmour Flexogen Hose

Gilmour Flexogen Hose

Pieris Katsura Shrubs for Sale Online

Pieris Katsura will continue to push new, richly colored foliage all summer long. Only as the foliage matures does it become very dark green. In early spring, long racemes of rose-colored flowers cascade over the evergreen foliage, radiating with a sweet floral scent.

Pieris Katsura lends itself equally to use in foundation plantings, mixed borders, specimen, mass plantings, and patio pots. Whether it is the gorgeous foliage or flowers, the glory of Pieris Katsura is sure to take your breath away.  


Growzone: 5-7 Pieris Katsura Hardiness Zones 5-7
Hardiness Zone: 5-7
Mature Height: 5 to 6 Feet
Mature Width: 5 to 6 Feet
Classification: Broad leaved evergreen shrub, early to mid-spring flowering
Sunlight: Part shade to part sun
Habit: Upright, compact, densely branched
Flower Color: Pinkish white flowers
Foliage: Wine red new growth in spring, turning dark green in summer
Pruning Season: Late summer, promotes increased branching and more flowers however rarely needs pruning
Soil Condition: Any well drained soil
Water Requirements: Water well until established
Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a specimen planting. Provides nectar sources for pollinators. Great winter interest due to the flower clusters.

How to Care for Pieris Katsura

Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy plant for years to come!


Additional Information

History and introduction of Pieris Katsura: 

Native to Japan, Pieris ‘Katsura’ was hybridized by Yoshimichi Hirose. It stands above all previous Pieris introductions owing to its unparalleled, wine-red new growth. ‘Katsura’ will continue to push new, richly colored foliage all summer long. Only as the foliage matures does it become very dark green. In early spring, long racemes of rose-colored flowers cascade over the evergreen foliage, radiating with a sweet floral scent. ‘Katsura’ lends itself equally to use in foundation plantings, mixed borders, specimen, mass plantings and patio pots. Whether it is the gorgeous foliage or flowers, the glory of Pieris ‘Katsura’ is sure to take your breath away.


Frequently Asked questions

How do I water Pieris Katsura?

How do I fertilize Pieris Katsura?

How do I mulch Pieris Katsura?

How do I prune Pieris Katsura?


General questions

What do the pot sizes mean?


Related Blogs


Other Products you may be interested in

Pieris Flaming Silver

Pieris Flaming Silver

Pieris Forest Flame

Pieris Forest Flame

Pieris Mountain Fire

Pieris Mountain Fire

Clethra Ruby Spice

Clethra Ruby Spice


Customer Reviews