A mat-forming shrub with glossy, bright green leaves and clusters of bell-shaped purple-pink to rose-red flowers. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers April to May. Partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Phyllodoce empetriformis
A mat-forming shrub with glossy, bright green leaves and clusters of bell-shaped purple-pink to rose-red flowers.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Phyllodoce |
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Species | empetriformis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | purple, pink, red |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 30cm |
Family | Ericaceae |
Spread | 40cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Peat bed |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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