Pieris Japonica Sinfonia 2L

Pieris japonica ‘Sinfonia’ 2L Pot

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Botanical Name: Pieris japonica ‘Sinfonia’
• Common Name: Japanese Pieris, Sinfonia Lily of the Valley Shrub
• Container Size: 2 Litre Pot
• Mature Height: 60-90 cm (24-36 inches)
• Mature Spread: 60-90 cm (24-36 inches)
• Flower Color: White
• Flower Form: Bell-shaped, pendulous clusters
• Scent: Mildly fragrant
• Flowering Period: Late winter to early spring
• Foliage: Dark green leaves with bronze-red new growth
• Hardiness: Fully hardy (USDA zones 5-8)
• Aspect: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, acidic soil
• Uses: Borders, woodland gardens, containers, specimen plant

Description:

Pieris japonica ‘Sinfonia’, commonly known as Japanese Pieris or Sinfonia Lily of the Valley Shrub, is a delightful evergreen shrub noted for its compact growth habit, striking foliage, and beautiful flowers. This variety features dark green leaves with new growth that emerges in a striking bronze-red, creating a vibrant contrast in the garden.

In late winter to early spring, ‘Sinfonia’ produces clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers that hang in pendulous clusters, adding a touch of elegance to the garden. With a mature height and spread of 60-90 cm (24-36 inches), this compact shrub is perfect for smaller garden spaces, borders, woodland gardens, and containers.

Thriving in partial shade to full shade, Pieris japonica ‘Sinfonia’ prefers moist, well-draining, acidic soil. It is fully hardy in USDA zones 5-8, making it a resilient and low-maintenance choice for adding year-round interest and color to the landscape.

Key Features:

• Compact Growth: ‘Sinfonia’ has a compact growth habit, reaching a mature height and spread of 60-90 cm (24-36 inches).
• Striking Foliage: Dark green leaves with new growth that emerges bronze-red, providing a vibrant visual contrast.
• Elegant Flowers: Clusters of small, bell-shaped white flowers bloom from late winter to early spring.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Hardy: Fully hardy in USDA zones 5-8, able to withstand a range of temperatures.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, containers, and as a specimen plant.

Planting Tips:

• Choose a location with partial shade to full shade and moist, well-draining, acidic soil.
• Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball and incorporate organic matter into the soil.
• Plant Pieris japonica ‘Sinfonia’ at the same depth as it was in its container and backfill with soil.
• Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
• Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
• Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.