Bell Heather. A compact spreading shrub with foliage, copper-orange in spring and summer, reddish orange in winter. Racemes of urn-like mauve-pink flowers. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Erica cinerea ‘Golden Drop’
A compact spreading shrub with foliage, copper-orange in spring and summer, reddish orange in winter. Racemes of urn-like mauve-pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Erica |
|---|---|
| Species | cinerea |
| Varietry | 'Golden Drop' |
| Common Name | Bell Heather |
| Flower Colour | mauve, pink |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | copper, orange, red |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
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