Scarlet O'Hara Pieris
Pieris japonica 'Scarlet O'Hara'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Scarlet O'Hara Pieris highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones9, 6, 7, 8, 5
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
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FragrantYes
Growing Zones 5-9
White Fragrant Bells on Evergreen Pieris Scarlet O'Hara!
- Fragrant White Bell-Shaped Flowers
- Showy Red Spring Foliage
- Glossy Dark-Green Evergreen Leaves
- Year-Round Color
- Deer & Rabbits Generally Leave Alone
- Great Hedge, Specimen & Accent
- Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow
- Long-Lived
- Full Sun & Some Partial Shade
- Insignificant Berries
Fragrant little bells smother this fantastic evergreen specimen in spring and fantastic color year-round! The Pieris Scarlet O'Hara (Pieris japonica Scarlet 'O'Hara') is a type of Japanese Andromeda that displays so many amazing ornamental features, you'll wonder why you've not seen them used more often!
This southern bell starts the year with an amazing burst of bright red foliage as new growth emerges. Soon after, clusters of dainty white, fragrant bell-shaped flowers appear and draw swarms of butterflies, hummingbirds and bees!
Becoming dark glossy green, the foliage offers year-round background color and evergreen presence in the landscape with very little work from you! Forming tiny berries that while insignificant, do add a touch of summer interest.
How to Use Pieris Scarlet O’Hara In The Landscape
A hefty shrub, you’ll enjoy fast screening and hedges with a row of Pieris to hide or enhance your view!
A large specimen plant and superb anchor for foundation plantings, Pieris retain their glossy evergreen presence and are perfect backdrops for your perennial and cottage gardens, providing a steady green backdrop for all your multi-shrub and mixed borders!
Use these lovelies to create living walls of seclusion around your reading nooks, seating areas or firepit to whisk away the world. Lush privacy around your patio or meditation areas for year-round peace and quiet.
Scarlet O’Hara Andromeda are fantastic additions to Asian Inspired and Zen gardens, these lovely plants bring great presence and structure to your Rock Gardens too!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Loving the full sun, these evergreen shrubs appreciate afternoon shade in the hotter of the USDA climate zones of 5 - 9.
Tolerating well-drained soils, even slightly acidic soil, Pieris needs consistent moisture in average garden soil. A generous layer of mulch helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system from heat and chill.
Prune after the early spring blooms are done so you won’t inadvertently remove next year’s flower buds!
Order your own fantastic evergreen Pieris Scarlet O’Hara from NatureHills.com today to get growing your own lovely landscaping privacy as soon as possible!
