Winter Chocolate Heather

Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate'

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Overview

The Calluna vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate', or Winter Chocolate Heather, is a dynamic shrub boasting foliage that transitions from chocolate-brown in winter to amber with pink tips in spring. Thriving in zones 4-7, it reaches a modest 20 inches in height and spread. Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. Offers late-summer blooms, ideal for colorful, low-maintenance ground cover or accent planting.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Climate Alpine, Mediterranean

Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Thriving in zones 4-7, it reaches a modest 20 inches in height and spread

Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full sun to partial shade

Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Offers late-summer blooms, ideal for colorful, low-maintenance ground cover or accent planting

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ericaceae
Climate: Alpine, Mediterranean

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Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Thriving in zones 4-7, it reaches a modest 20 inches in height and spread

Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full sun to partial shade

Winter Chocolate Heather (Calluna Vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate') — Offers late-summer blooms, ideal for colorful, low-maintenance ground cover or accent planting

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