Passion Party™ Passion Pieris

Pieris japonica 'Passion' PP #19,319

Pronunciation: PY-er-iss juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #01269
5-7

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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.
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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Bloom TimeLate spring to early summer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsAzalea (Azalea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Holly (Ilex); Scotch Heather (Calluna)
Care InstructionsProvide 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.
Details
Bloom TimeLate spring to early summer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorDark Green
Companion PlantsAzalea (Azalea); Oregon Grape Holly (Mahonia); Astilbe (Astilbe); Camellia (Camellia); Holly (Ilex); Scotch Heather (Calluna)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide 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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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.