Alpine Heath,Winter Heath. A low spreading shrub with narrow, mid to dark green leaves. Racemes of urn-like flowers that open pink deepening to purplish pink in late winter. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers February to March. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Erica carnea ‘December Red’
A low spreading shrub with narrow, mid to dark green leaves. Racemes of urn-like flowers that open pink deepening to purplish pink in late winter.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Erica |
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Species | carnea |
Varietry | 'December Red' |
Common Name | Alpine Heath, Winter Heath |
Flower Colour | purple, pink |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Ericaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Low spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | February, March |
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Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back in spring |
Border | Winter attributes, Ground cover |
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