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Erica X darleyensis

Biscay Heath

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: OSU

 

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.

 

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

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.