Cantabrian Heath,St.Dabeoc’s Heath. A prostrate to erect evergreen shrub with oval dark green, shiny leaves, silvery beneath. Pitcher-shaped, bright purple flowers on long racemes. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers June to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Daboecia cantabrica ‘Hookstone Purple’
A prostrate to erect evergreen shrub with oval dark green, shiny leaves, silvery beneath. Pitcher-shaped, bright purple flowers on long racemes.
Additional information
| Generic | Daboecia |
|---|---|
| Species | cantabrica |
| Varietry | 'Hookstone Purple' |
| Common Name | Cantabrian Heath, St.Dabeoc's Heath |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, silver |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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