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PIERIS japonica 'Passion'
Commonly known as Lily of the valley shrub
Reddish-purple flowers. Red new growth
£17.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £15 each
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - bees -
Pests & Diseases
Phytophthora root rot -
Place of origin
Developed in The Netherlands -
EvergreenOblong to lance-shaped, glossy, dark green leaves to 9cm (3½in) long
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Red
Reddish purple -
PaniclesTerminal panicles to 15cm (6in) long, clustered at the tips of the shoots
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Fully hardy
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, rounded shrub
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, tortoises -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
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