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alpine heath. A dwarf, spreading, evergreen shrub with tiny, narrow, dark green leaves. One-sided sprays about 8cm long of small, urn-shaped, pink, purple-pink, magenta or white flowers appear in late winter and early spring.
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Mar 25, 2024 · Winter heath (Erica carnea) is a hardy, evergreen ground cover that blooms in late winter and early spring. It needs ample light and good drainage to thrive.
- Erica Carnea syn. Erica herbacea
- Ericaceae
- Winter heath, Alpine heath, Spring heath
- Evergreen, Perennial
Sep 10, 2023 · The vast majority are correctly known as winter heath, Erica carnea. They rarely reach more than 10in (25cm) in height, and 6-8in (15-20cm) is more common, but they may spread widely to make individual plants up to 22in (55cm) across.
Erica carnea is one of the most beautiful hardy heathers. With a size that stays within the 6 to 12-inch range (15 to 30 cm), it grows in the wild in the Alps where its pale red blooms coat the fields from January to April.
Where does Erica carnea grow and when does it flower? All about winter heath and its varieties, as well as how to cultivate, propagate and prune them.
Jun 20, 2023 · Erica Carnea is a beautiful, low growing Perennial shrub that produces masses of urn shaped flowers from winter to mid Spring. They are easy to grow, mostly pest free and easy to maintain. They absolutely love our English Climate!…