Any help with ID appreciated. 
One of mothers plants she didn't want. What is it?
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One of mothers plants she didn't want. What is it?
Inherited this plant that had a bit of die back last year but is now quite healthy. It looks like it is warming up to flower profusely. I have no idea what it is or whether it would be good bonsai material. Any help with ID appreciated.
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Re: One of mothers plants she didn't want. What is it?
It looks like PIERIS japonica 'Temple Bells'.
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Re: One of mothers plants she didn't want. What is it?
Pieris Japonica is a member of the Ericaceae and as such should be treated similarly to Azalea Spp. They are frost resistant but drought tender. The variety Christmas Bells is a good subject for bonsai. It should shoot back well on old wood.
Roger
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