Did you know the Pieris japonica ‘Andromeda,’ is named after a captivating Greek myth? Andromeda, the daughter of King Cepheus and Queen Cassiopeia, was sacrificed to appease the sea monster Cetus—but the hero Perseus, riding Pegasus, rescued her and won her heart.

Pieris japonica is an elegant evergreen shrub native to Japan, Taiwan, and eastern China. It grows in a dense, upright form, typically reaching 9–12 feet tall and 6–8 feet wide at maturity. In early spring, it produces graceful, drooping clusters of small white, bell-shaped flowers that resemble lily-of-the-valley.

Its glossy leaves remain evergreen year-round, with new growth often emerging bronze or red before maturing to deep green.

While non-native, this beautiful shrub blooms early in the season and provides nectar-rich flowers that attract important pollinators like bees. 🌿🐝