Pieris jap. 'Passion'®

Pieris japonica 'Passion'

Overview

Pieris japonica 'Passion' is an exquisite evergreen shrub cherished for its striking foliage and elegant blooms. With its vibrant foliage and graceful flowers, this plant adds year-round interest to gardens and landscapes, making it a desirable choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and resilience.

Description

• Foliage: 'Passion' showcases glossy, leathery leaves emerging as fiery red in spring, gradually maturing to deep green with red margins, offering a captivating display of color.
• Height: Grows to a moderate height of about 4 to 6 feet (120 to 180 centimeters), forming an upright and compact habit.
• Spread: Spreads to approximately 3 to 5 feet (90 to 150 centimeters), creating a rounded and well-branched structure.

Growth and Maintenance

• Sunlight: Thrives in partial shade to full shade, preferring protection from direct afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.
• Soil: Flourishes in acidic, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter, maintaining adequate moisture levels.
• Watering: Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods and in the first growing season, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist.
• Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to shape the shrub and remove dead or damaged branches, encouraging healthy growth.
• Fertilization: Apply an acidic fertilizer in spring to promote lush foliage and vibrant growth.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring Foliage: Emerges with fiery red new growth, transitioning to deep green with red margins, adding a stunning contrast to the landscape.
• Flowering Season: Produces clusters of delicate, urn-shaped white flowers in early spring, dangling gracefully like pearls against the backdrop of foliage.
• Year-Round Foliage: Retains its colorful foliage throughout the year, providing interest even in the winter months.

Landscape Uses

• Specimen Plant: Serves as an excellent focal point in gardens due to its vibrant foliage and elegant blooms.
• Shrub Borders: Enhances shrub borders or mixed plantings, providing year-round interest and color contrast.
• Container Planting: Thrives in containers on patios or balconies, offering an ornamental element to small spaces.
• Woodland Gardens: Fits well in woodland settings or shaded areas, adding beauty and structure.

Benefits

• Colorful Foliage: Showcases vibrant foliage that transitions through various shades, adding visual interest.
• Elegant Flowers: Bears graceful white blooms that dangle delicately, enhancing its ornamental value.
• Evergreen Appeal: Maintains foliage throughout the year, contributing to the garden's beauty in all seasons.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, making it suitable for various gardeners.

Conclusion

Pieris japonica 'Passion' is a stunning evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant foliage, graceful flowers, and adaptability to various garden settings. With its year-round interest and low-maintenance nature, 'Passion' continues to captivate gardeners, adding elegance and color to gardens, woodland landscapes, or container plantings. Its striking foliage and charming blooms make it a delightful choice for those seeking a versatile and visually appealing shrub for their outdoor spaces

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

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