Scarlet O'Hara Pieris

Pieris japonica 'Scarlet O'Hara'

$225⁰⁰

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To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.

Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.

*If you have found your zone already, it will be highlighted in the table below.

Standard Shipping Rates

At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.

From	To	S&H
$0	$19.99	$24.99
$20	$49.99	$29.99
$50	$69.99	$34.99
$70	$99.99	$39.99
$100	$129.99	$44.99
$130	$149.99	$48.99
$150	$150+	Approx 28%

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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!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Pieris japonica 'Scarlet O'Hara'
Growing Zones

5-9
Mature Height

8 - 10 feet
Mature Spread

4 - 5 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Medium
Soil

Well Drained
Growth Rate

Medium
Fall Color

Evergreen
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Fragrant

Yes
Pruning Time

After Flowering
Bloom Period

Early Spring

Growing Zones 5-9

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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!