Alpine Heath,Winter Heath. A low spreading shrub with narrow, dark green leaves. Racemes of urn-like deep rose-red flowers, in late winter. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Max Spread 35cm. Flowers February to March. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Erica carnea ‘Praecox Rubra’
A low spreading shrub with narrow, dark green leaves. Racemes of urn-like deep rose-red flowers, in late winter.
Additional information
| Generic | Erica |
|---|---|
| Species | carnea |
| Varietry | 'Praecox Rubra' |
| Common Name | Alpine Heath, Winter Heath |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm, 30cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 35cm |
| 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 | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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