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Andromeda

Genus

Also called Andromeda polifolia

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Andromeda
Photo: Mnolf · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Fact sheet

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Typeornamental chili

“ornamental chili with purple fruits” — Andromeda Growing Guide 2026 | TummelstaChili

Days to germination93–115 days

“93-115 days” — Andromeda Growing Guide 2026 | TummelstaChili

Lightpartial shade

“Partial shade is the most forgiving exposure; morning sun is usually easier than hot afternoon sun” — How to Grow and Care for Japanese Andromeda | LeafyPixels

Watersteady moisture

“once established, Japanese andromeda usually needs steady moisture” — How to Grow and Care for Japanese Andromeda | LeafyPixels

Hardiness zones4b through 8b

“NC State lists a broad range that includes USDA Zones 4b through 8b” — How to Grow and Care for Japanese Andromeda | LeafyPixels

Spacing16–24 in

“40-60 cm” — Andromeda Growing Guide 2026 | TummelstaChili

Height16–24 in

“40-60 cm” — Andromeda Growing Guide 2026 | TummelstaChili

Transplantspring or fall

“Spring and fall are usually the easiest planting windows” — How to Grow and Care for Japanese Andromeda | LeafyPixels

Edible partsfruits

“fruits ripening to dark red” — Andromeda Growing Guide 2026 | TummelstaChili

Pestslace bugs

“regular checks beneath its leaves for lace bugs” — How to Grow and Care for Japanese Andromeda | LeafyPixels

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