Alpine Heath,Winter Heath. A low spreading shrub with narrow, mid to dark green leaves. Racemes of urn-like pink flowers deepening to crimson with age in late winter. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers February to March. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Erica carnea ‘Myretoun Ruby’
A low spreading shrub with narrow, mid to dark green leaves. Racemes of urn-like pink flowers deepening to crimson with age in late winter.
Additional information
| Generic | Erica |
|---|---|
| Species | carnea |
| Varietry | 'Myretoun Ruby' |
| Common Name | Alpine Heath, Winter Heath |
| Flower Colour | pink, crimson |
| 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 |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Winter attributes, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
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