Description
Common Name: Heather ‘Calluna vulgaris’, Scotch Heather
Calluna vulgaris is the hardiest species of all Heather varieties. The evergreen plants are low growing and will have summertime blooms of pink, cream or purple that last until fall. The foliage can be colourful as well with orange and red highlights.
Heather are small shrub-like evergreens with very colour full foliage and flowers. In areas with high summer temperatures, provide some filtered sun to keep plants cool and prevent them from drying out.
Size: 3.5” potted plant.
Height: 6.0-12.0”
Spread: 10.0-12.0”
Flower Description: Spikes of small bellflowers (pink, purple, or cream) cover the plant during summer bloom. The foliage can be of interest too, having red and orange streaks in the leaves.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil Type: These plants require well-drained acidic soil. Can grow in nutritionally poor soil.
Hardiness Zones: 4,5 6,7,8
Attributes: Deer Resistant, Showy Foliage, Showy Flower, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Bees, Shade Tolerant, Prolific Flowering
Care: Easy Care
