Folio № 16 of 36 · in the garden since 2016
Japanese Andromeda
Pieris japonica 'Red Mill'
Broadleaf evergreen shrub with ornamental flowers; slow growing; good for flowering bonsai.
The year, as this species lives it
Thirteen phases. Touch any arc — the wheel remembers what each season asks.
Mid Summer · Jul 1 – Aug 10 · happening now
A quiet season — observe, water thoughtfully, and let it be.
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The care sheet
The constants — what stays true in every season.
Partial shade
Prefers filtered light; avoid harsh afternoon sun.
Moderate to high
Moisture-retentive soil preferred; do not allow to dry out.
Balanced
Use acid-loving fertilizer during flowering season.
Structural in spring, maintenance in summer
Deadhead flowers and prune leggy growth post-bloom.
Spring or Autumn
Train via clip-and-grow to protect foliage clusters.
Every 2-4 years
Use acidic soil mix; repot early spring before bloom.
Cuttings or seed
Cuttings take well in early summer; mist environment helps.
Mulch roots and protect from drying winds.
Provide humidity; avoid letting root ball dry out.
On the bench · 2
Every Japanese Andromeda in the garden, oldest hands first.
