Scottish Heather

Calluna Vulgaris

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Overview

Scottish Heather (Calluna vulgaris), a robust perennial, flourishes in zones 4-6, reaching 12 to 24 inches in height and 18 to 24 inches in width. Renowned for its dense, evergreen foliage and vibrant pink to purple flowers, this hardy shrub blooms from late summer into fall. Preferential to acidic soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade. Ideal for mass plantings, rock gardens, and ground cover.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Climate Alpine, Mediterranean

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Scottish Heather (Calluna vulgaris)

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — evergreen foliage and vibrant pink to purple flowers

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — reaching 12 to 24 inches in height and 18 to 24 inches in width

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — this hardy shrub blooms from late summer into fall

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Preferential to acidic soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Ideal for mass plantings, rock gardens, and ground cover

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — commonly known as Scottish Heather

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Alpine, Mediterranean

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Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Scottish Heather (Calluna vulgaris)

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — evergreen foliage and vibrant pink to purple flowers

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — reaching 12 to 24 inches in height and 18 to 24 inches in width

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — this hardy shrub blooms from late summer into fall

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Preferential to acidic soil, it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Ideal for mass plantings, rock gardens, and ground cover

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — commonly known as Scottish Heather

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — is an iconic and hardy perennial that adds a touch of rugged beauty to landscape designs

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — This evergreen shrub thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4-6 and prefers well-drained

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — acidic soil with a pH range of 4.5-6

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — Scottish Heather typically reaches a compact height of 1 to 2 feet and spreads around 1 to 2 feet wide

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — scale-like leaves are a deep green hue and remain vibrant year-round

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — From late summer through fall

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — this plant boasts a profusion of tiny

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — bell-shaped flowers that transform into a sea of pink

Scottish Heather (Calluna Vulgaris) — drawing in pollinators such as bees and butterflies

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