Overview
Pieris Bonsai (Pieris japonica) is a acid-loving evergreen shrub with red new growth and hanging clusters of spring flowers. It is best suited to flowering bonsai, woodland styles and shade-tolerant displays. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor, sheltered from harsh sun and wind.
Placement
partial shade or morning sun; avoid hot afternoon sun
Watering
keep evenly moist using rainwater if possible; do not allow drying out
Feeding and fertilising
acid-loving feed after flowering and during growth
Pruning and wiring
prune after flowering and pinch new shoots for shape
Repotting
repot every 2-3 years in acidic free-draining soil
Propagation
semi-ripe cuttings or layering
Pests, diseases and common issues
lime chlorosis, vine weevil, lacebug and bud damage from drought