Taiwan pieris

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P. formosa is a large, upright, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves up to 10cm long. In spring, the young foliage is bronze, and small, white, waxy, flowers are produced in large sprays at the ends of the branches

Scientific classification

Species: Taiwan pieris (Pieris formosa)
Genus: Pieris
Family: Ericaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Ideal temperature

Taiwan pieris pictures

Distribution of Taiwan pieris

Distribution map

Plant distribution

Native
Introduced
Cultivated

Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG

Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of Taiwan pieris

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Taiwan pieris care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Ideal temperature

Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in spring or autumn, or by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. Some bottom heat may be required