SCIENTIFIC NAME: Pieris japonica 'Passion', PP19,319
COMMON NAME: Passion Party™ Passion Pieris
GARDEN SIZE: 5-6 ft. tall x 5-6 ft. wide
GROWTH RATE: Moderate
USDA ZONE: 5-7
EXPOSURE: Part Shade; Protect from harsh winter winds
WATER & SOIL: Prefers medium moisture, well-drained slightly acidic soils; drought-tolerant once established
HABIT (FORM): Compact, upright shrub
FOLIAGE: Evergreen; Glossy dark green foliage with deep reddish-purple fall color
FLOWERS: Arching racemes of cherry red, bell-shaped flowers, blooming late spring to early summer
PLANT ORIGIN: Japan, Taiwan, and eastern China
WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a host for local insects and wildlife. May provide food for insects in the spring.
FERTILIZING: Use a fertilizer for acid-loving plants (such as Holly-tone) after blooming in the spring and during the fall.
PRUNING: Prune spent flowers immediately after flowering
TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Also toxic to humans.
USES: Foundation Plant, Shade Gardens, Border, Specimen
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