First Editions Lotus Moon Pearlbush
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking early spring deer-resistant blooms.
The First Editions® Lotus Moon™ Pearlbush offers an enchanting early spring display. Its branches become adorned with white, pearl-like buds that unfurl into abundant, clear white blooms in April and May, attracting early butterflies. This shrub features bright green foliage on a compact, upright, mounded plant. It's a deer-resistant and low-maintenance option, ideal for adding vibrant, seasonal interest to garden beds and borders. For optimal blooming, prune immediately after flowering, as it blooms on the previous year's growth.
$38.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2688
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-1%
Below average
Genus
Exochorda
/ Exochorda
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, seasonal curb appeal
- Urban homeowners with limited landscape space
- Busy plant owners needing low-maintenance, reliable greenery
Who should skip it
- Beginner gardeners intimidated by specific pruning schedules
- Homeowners dealing with heavy, water-retaining clay soil
- Gardeners prioritizing long-lasting, multi-season floral color
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Visual Impact
Pearl-like buds and abundant white blooms create a striking spring focal.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal care beyond a single post-bloom pruning session.
Wildlife Attraction
Early season nectar source effectively draws butterflies to the garden.
Landscape Versatility
Compact, mounded form fits perfectly into borders or smaller garden beds.
Pest Resilience
Reliable deer resistance protects the foliage from common browsing damage.
Growth Predictability
Requires careful timing of pruning to ensure next year's flower display.
Key Specs
Genus
Exochorda
Species
macrantha
Variety
'Bailmoon'
Item Form
Bareroot
Hardiness Zones
4 - 7
Mature Height
6 Feet
Mature Width
4 Feet
Bloom Season
Spring
Features
- Early spring display of pearl-like buds
- Abundant clear white blooms in spring
- Attracts early butterflies
- Compact, upright, mounded plant form
- Deer resistant
- Low maintenance shrub
- Blooms on previous year's growth
- Bright green foliage
What customers say
Consumers consistently praise the exceptional quality and vigor of the Lotus Moon Pearlbush. Reviewers frequently note the plant arrives healthy and establishes quickly, demonstrating reliable performance even in challenging climates. The aesthetic appeal is a major highlight; the unique white blooms and attractive foliage provide significant visual interest throughout the season. This pearlbush is highly regarded for its hardiness and ease of care, offering excellent value for gardeners seeking a low maintenance yet stunning ornamental shrub.
Know before you buy
You should prune this shrub immediately after it finishes flowering in late spring. Because it blooms on the previous year's growth, pruning later in the season will remove next year's flower buds.
The Lotus Moon Pearlbush is hardy in zones 4 through 7. If you live within these regions, it is well-suited to withstand the local winter temperatures.
At maturity, this shrub reaches about 6 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Ensure you provide enough room for its upright, mounded form to spread comfortably without crowding nearby plants.
Yes, this variety is considered deer-resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, it is generally ignored by deer in most garden settings.
For the best results, plant it in a location that receives full sun. It prefers loamy, well-drained soil to thrive and maintain its vibrant foliage.
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