Irish Heath. An upright shrub with brittle stems and dark grey-green foliage. Racemes of urn-like, rose-pink flowers. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers December to May. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Erica erigena ‘Irish Dusk’
An upright shrub with brittle stems and dark grey-green foliage. Racemes of urn-like, rose-pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Erica |
|---|---|
| Species | erigena |
| Varietry | 'Irish Dusk' |
| Common Name | Irish Heath |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | December, May |
| 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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