Erica X darleyensis
Biscay Heath
Description
This broadleaf, evergreen ground cover/shrub quickly reaches 1-2' tall and wide. Evergreen leaves are needle-like and in whorls. Flowers range from rose colored to white, appear in fall and bloom through spring. Winter blooming flowers! Depending on the cultivar, habit may be dense and compact to open and upright. Prune during springtime to promote density. This plant does best in full sun with well draining soil. It tolerates alkaline soil. Many varieties available today.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
Flower Color
Pink, Purple, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.