Pieris floribunda (Mountain Andromeda)
Mountain Fetterbush, Mountain Andromeda, Fetterbush, Fetter Bush
Pieris floribunda (Mountain Andromeda) is a dense, bushy, evergreen shrub that provides desirable winter interest, abundant spring blooms and a delightful foliage which holds its color across the seasons. Conspicuous flower buds form in the fall and are held erect through the winter, turning progressively greenish-white. In the spring, they open to urn-shaped, creamy white flowers. Borne in upright pyramidal clusters, they attract bees and bumblebees. The blossoms contrast nicely with the foliage of oval, glossy, deep green, leathery leaves. Cold-hardy, Mountain Andromeda resents high temperature and humidity. Native to the eastern United States, it is an excellent specimen shrub or accent in well-drained acidic soils.
- Grows up to 4-6 ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 3-4 ft. wide (90-120 cm).
- Performs best in part shade in moist, acidic, well-drained soils. Tolerates full sun, but needs some protection in winter to avoid winter burn. Shelter from strong winds.
- Great as a specimen plant, flowering hedge, for shrub borders and foundation plantings.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Stem rot disease may occur in poorly-drained soils.
- Propagate by seed, cuttings (difficult) or rooting.
- Ingestion may cause tingling sensation, salivation, nose and eyes watering, nausea, vomiting, sweating, abdominal pain, headache, weakness, convulsions.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses, toxic to humans.
- Native to the eastern United States, primarily the southern Appalachian Mountains in the States of Tennessee, North and South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia and West Virginia.
Not sure which Pieris to pick?
Compare All Pieris
Buy Pieris floribunda (Mountain Andromeda)
Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Pieris |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 48" (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | United States, Northeast, Vermont, Southeast, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Plant Image Library, Flickr
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Pieris |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 48" (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | United States, Northeast, Vermont, Southeast, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |