Pieris jap. var yak. 'Prelude'
Prelude Japanese Andromeda
- Super compact evergreen shrub
- Does not produce may seed pods
- Great for rock gardens
- Category: Evergreen, Shrub
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Height: 2-2 ft
- Spread: 2-3 ft
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Dense and compact, this selection features lustrous deep green leaves with white edged variegation and stem ending streams of small, white, bell shaped flowers in April. Great landscape form is perfect for foundation use or as a group for borders. Tolerates shade and is deer resistant with dependable, showy spring bloom. Foliage is great year round.
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Supports Bees |
Flower Color
| • | White |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Habit
| • | Compact |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pieris jap. var yak. 'Prelude'
Best grown in rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Afternoon shade is best and protection from strong winter winds. Prune immediately after flowering. Prelude does not produce many seed pods.