Botanical Name: Common Names:
Erica carnea Myretoun Ruby Winter Heath, Winter Flowering Heather, Spring Heath, Alpine Heath,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Shrubs Dense, Prostrate, Shrub Like
Description:
A striking compact prostrate, evergreen shrub with soft needle-like foliage. Foliage is covered with brilliant clusters of pink flowers from late winter through to mid spring, a time when garden colour can be sparse. Use in containers or mass plant for impact. Grows approx. 15cm H x 45cm W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
15-30cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Groundcover, Mass Planting, Rockery
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods
Family Name: Origin:
Ericaceae Africa
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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