x Phylliopsis hillieri 'Pinocchio'

Also Known As

Phylliopsis hillieri 'Pinocchio'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 12"
W: 18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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x Phylliopsis hillieri 'Pinocchio' plant details

x Phylliopsis hillieri 'Pinocchio' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF x Phylliopsis hillieri 'Pinocchio'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for x Phylliopsis hillieri 'Pinocchio'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: acidic

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Though a bit touchy, this gem (an unusual cross between Phyllodoce and Kalmiopsis) forms a hummock of tiny leaves topped in spring by spikes of bright magenta pink bells; prune after flowering. S-PSh/M(not dry)/GD

By: Forestfarm

An unusual crossing of Phyllodoce breweri and Kalmiopsis leachiana, from Hilliers Nursery in England. Dwarf and hardy, forming hummocks of small flattened leaves. Bell-shaped purplish-pink flowers in terminal spikes. Heavily flowering and needs to be pruned immediately after to initiate new growth.

By: The Bovees Nursery

This intergeneric hybrid in the heath family blankets itself with deep pink, bell-shaped flowers in midspring, often producing a second, smaller show in fall. It forms a spreading mound of fine, dark green foliage. Needs well-drained, acid soil. A good choice for an alpine garden.