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.
Additional information
| Generic | Phyllodoce |
|---|---|
| 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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