Passion Party™ Passion Pieris
Pieris japonica 'Passion' PP #19,319
Pronunciation: PY-er-iss juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #01269
| 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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| Light | Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Late spring to early summer |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 5 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| 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 |
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| 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 | 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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-7
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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.