Pieris ‘Valley Valentine’ 20/40cm (2L)
Pieris japonica
£12.49
Pieris ‘japonica ‘Valley Valentine’ is a charming evergreen shrub that brings elegance to UK gardens. It’s known for its deep red flower buds that open to reveal clusters of rosy-pink, bell-shaped blooms in late winter to early spring. This compact plant offers year-round interest with its glossy green leaves.
- ✓ Compact evergreen shrub with rosy-pink bell-shaped flowers in late winter
- ✓ Deep red flower buds provide interest before blooming
- ✓ Ideal for small gardens, mixed borders, and large containers
- ✓ Perfect for adding year-round structure and colour to acidic soil gardens
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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Pieris ‘japonica Valley Valentine’ is a delightful shrub that adds a touch of romance to UK gardens. This evergreen beauty is a real crowd-pleaser, offering interest throughout the year but truly shining in late winter and early spring.
‘Valley Valentine’ is a compact variety, typically growing to about 1-1.5 metres tall and wide over 10 years. This makes it perfect for smaller gardens, mixed borders, or even large containers. Its neat, rounded shape means it doesn’t need much pruning to look good.
The plant’s glossy, dark green leaves provide a handsome backdrop for the flowers and offer structure and interest all year round. New growth often emerges with a bronze tint, adding another layer of colour to this already impressive plant.
Like other Pieris, ‘Valley Valentine’ is ideal for acid-loving plant schemes. It’s a great companion for rhododendrons, azaleas, and camellias in woodland-style gardens. In areas with alkaline soil, it grows happily in a pot filled with ericaceous compost.
This shrub is more than just a pretty face. Its early flowers are a valuable nectar source for emerging bees and other pollinators. The dense evergreen growth also provides year-round shelter for birds and small wildlife.
Whether you’re looking to add winter colour, create a focal point in a shady corner, or bring some structure to your garden, Pieris ‘Valley Valentine’ is an excellent choice. It’s a plant that rewards UK gardeners with its beauty and resilience, bringing a touch of charm to the garden in every season.
Plant ‘Valley Valentine’ in partial shade in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Feed with ericaceous fertiliser in spring. Prune lightly after flowering if needed to maintain shape. Protect from harsh winds and late frosts. In alkaline soil areas, grow in containers with ericaceous compost.
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
🇬🇧 UK Grown in Lancashire. Supplied approx 20/40cm tall well rooted in a 2 litre pot.
Season of Interest
Spring, Winter
Sunlight
Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
2 litre
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Red
Hardiness
-15°C to -10°C (H5)
When MatureSafety
Poisonous, Pollen Allergies
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Delivery
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With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
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