Pretty bell-shaped white flowers (large than the type) on slender stem. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cassiope mertensiana var. gracilis
Pretty bell-shaped white flowers (large than the type) on slender stem
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Cassiope |
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Species | mertensiana |
Varietry | var. gracilis |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Lime-free, Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Ericaceae |
Spread | 25cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back after flowering |
Border | Rock garden, Woodland |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | Keep free from weeds |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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