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Erica carnea

  • Shrub
  • 20-50 cm high
  • Purple flowers
  • Evergreen
  • Very hardy
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Garden use

Use

Small groups Large groups

For wildlife and biodiversity

For bees

Ornamental value and special features

Evergreen Unusual flowers

Planting density

Plant about 3 - 5 plants per m²

Characteristics

Height 20 - 50 cm
Flowering time March - April
Flower colour White, Deep pink, Pink, Violet
Growth habit Creeping
Hardiness down to about -20°C

Site conditions

Light Full sun, Sunny
Moisture Average
Soil Light

Botanical information

Botanical name Erica carnea
Genus Erica
Family Ericaceae
Common names NL: dopheide
Origin Europe