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Scarlet O'Hara Pieris Information
About The Scarlet O'Hara Pieris
Scarlet O'Hara Pieris: A Drama Queen for Your Garden!
The Scarlet O'Hara Pieris is your ticket to a garden with star power. This stunning evergreen shrub steals the spotlight with its fiery red new growth, which gracefully matures into glossy, deep green foliage. But the real showstopper? Cascading clusters of dainty white flowers that bloom in early spring, creating a breathtaking contrast against the vibrant leaves.
Why You'll Love It:
- Year-Round Beauty: Evergreen foliage ensures your garden looks lush, even in winter.
- Seasonal Drama: Vibrant red shoots in spring followed by elegant blooms and lush greens.
- Low Maintenance: Adaptable and easy to care for, perfect for busy gardeners.
Perfect For:
- Adding structure and color to borders and foundation plantings.
- Growing in containers for patios or decks—bring the drama up close!
- Creating a woodland garden vibe with its natural, graceful look.
Scarlet O'Hara Pieris thrives in partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil, making it a dream for shaded corners or as an understory planting. Growing 6–10 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, it's a manageable size for most landscapes.
Pro Tip: Pair with azaleas or rhododendrons for a stunning, color-coordinated garden that thrives in similar conditions.
With its bold colors and elegant charm, the Scarlet O'Hara Pieris is ready to take center stage in your garden. Add this classic beauty to your plant collection today!
Scarlet O'Hara Pieris Details
Mature Height:
6-10 ft.
Mature Width:
4-6 ft.
Sunlight:
Full-Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Botanical Name:
Pieris japonica 'Scarlett O'Hara'
Grows Well In Zones:
5-8 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR
Growing Zones 5-8 Outdoors
(Hardy down to -10° F)
Watering Requirements
Newly planted shrubs need regular watering 1–2 times a week during their first growing season to build a strong root system, while established shrubs need a deep soaking only once every 1–2 weeks during summer dry spells. Potted plants dry out quickly and require daily watering or even twice-daily checks, during peak summer heat.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in partial sun to dappled shade, needing at least 4-6 hours of filtered sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering. Tolerates full sun in cooler northern climates if soil remains consistently moist, but direct, scorching afternoon sun in hotter regions leads to leaf scorch.
Humidity Requirements
Pieris japonica thrives in moderate to high humidity environments, making it highly adaptable across humid temperate gardens, woodland settings, and Pacific Northwest climates where moist ambient air protects its broadleaf evergreen foliage.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, this plant is not recommended in homes with pets.
How much sun does Scarlet O'Hara Pieris need?
Scarlet O'Hara Pieris grows best in partial shade, with protection from intense afternoon sun. It prefers acidic, well-drained soil.
What makes Scarlet O'Hara Pieris stand out in the landscape?
This evergreen shrub offers multi-season color, with bright red new foliage that matures to green and clusters of bell-shaped spring flowers.
Can Scarlet O'Hara Pieris be grown in a container?
Yes. Scarlet O'Hara Pieris can grow in a large container, bringing evergreen color to patios and other small spaces. Use an acidic potting mix and a container with good drainage.
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Scarlet O'Hara Pieris
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Survival guide for your first 30 days of growing is included
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Greenhouse Grown
Not warehouse-held.Acclimated before shipping.
Indoor Ready
Pre-conditioned to lower light conditions.
Fully Potted
Soil intact. No repotting stress.
Damage Guarantee
Free replacement within 48 hours.