Set of 4 Pheasant Berries - Leycesteria formosa ‘Purple Rain’ - 9cm pot

This set of 4 Leycesteria formosa ‘Purple Rain’ consists of an elegant shrub with striking flowers and decorative, edible berries. ‘Purple Rain’ is distinguished by its dark purple bracts, from which creamy white flowers emerge, followed by glossy, dark-coloured berries.

The pheasant’s eye berry combines ornamental value with edibility. The berries have a distinctive flavour that is often described as a combination of caramel, raisin and chocolate. They are also rich in vitamin C. The berries ripen in late summer and autumn and are then suitable for eating fresh or for processing.

Contents of this set
• 4 x Leycesteria formosa ‘Purple Rain’ – pheasant’s berry
- Total number of plants: 4 pieces

About Leycesteria formosa ‘Purple Rain’ (pheasant’s berry)

‘Purple Rain’ grows into a medium-sized, deciduous shrub with a loose, upright habit. In summer, the characteristic flower spikes appear, featuring purple bracts and pale flowers. After flowering, edible berries develop, which are not only decorative but also of culinary interest.

The foliage is a fresh green and changes colour in autumn before falling off. In winter, the plant is bare and dormant. In spring, it sprouts again. Leycesteria formosa grows best in a sunny to semi-shaded spot in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. The plant is hardy and well-suited to the Dutch climate.

Specifications

- Pot size: 9 cm
- Number of plants: 4
- Adult height: approx. 1.5 to 2 metres
• Growth habit: shrub-like, loose
- Position: sun to semi-shade
• Soil type: well-drained, normal to humus-rich
- Flowering time: summer
• Flower colour: creamy white with a purple bract
• Fruit: dark-coloured, edible berries
- Winter appearance: deciduous
- Hardiness: good winter hardiness

With this set of four Leycesteria ‘Purple Rain’, you’ll be bringing home a versatile shrub that offers both ornamental value and a unique harvest. Thanks to its combination of flowers, berries and hardiness, the pheasant’s eye is a valuable addition to garden, edible border or food forest.