Pieris formosa (Western Himalayan Pieris)

Pieris formosa, commonly known as Western Himalayan Pieris, is an evergreen shrub native to the western Himalaya and Taiwan. It is characterized by its attractive pink or white flowers that bloom in spring and its dark evergreen foliage. The shrub grows to a height of 10 feet or more and has a width of about 8 feet. It is commonly cultivated for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes.