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Passion Party™ Passion Pieris
Pieris japonica 'Passion' PP #19,319
Pronunciation: PY-er-iss juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #01269
LIGHT:
Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 5 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Arching racemes of beautiful, cherry red, bell-shaped flowers that cascade over the glossy, dark green foliage in early summer. The fall season foliage has deep reddish purple color extending the seasons of interest. Excellent for use as a foundation plant or in mass plantings. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Holly (Ilex); Scotch Heather (Calluna) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil, with protection from harsh winds. Thrives in dappled shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
| History | The Passion Party™ series from the Netherlands features Pieris with excellent branching, an upright habit, heavy flowering, and good disease resistance. |
Details
| Description | Arching racemes of beautiful, cherry red, bell-shaped flowers that cascade over the glossy, dark green foliage in early summer. The fall season foliage has deep reddish purple color extending the seasons of interest. Excellent for use as a foundation plant or in mass plantings. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Holly (Ilex); Scotch Heather (Calluna) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil, with protection from harsh winds. Thrives in dappled shade. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. |
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History
| History | The Passion Party™ series from the Netherlands features Pieris with excellent branching, an upright habit, heavy flowering, and good disease resistance. |
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.