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Heather

A profusion of dainty flowers complements attractive yellow foliage that turns red in winter. Excellent as ground cover, in rock gardens, or at the base of azaleas or rhododendrons. Needs a moist, acidic, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Gaura

Lamb's Ear

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Plant Details

  • Common name

    Heather

  • Botanical name

    Calluna vulgaris

  • Variety

    Golden

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    12-16" (31-41 cm)

  • Habit

    Mounded

  • Feed

    Use acidic

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Pink

  • Bloom Time

    Summer-fall

  • Maintenance

    Prune back in fall

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Erin W.'s Collection