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Heather

Erica Canaliculata

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Overview

Erica canaliculata, commonly called Heather, is an evergreen shrub reaching heights of 4-6 ft with a similar spread. Its fine foliage presents a feathery appearance, topped by plentiful bell-shaped flowers ranging from pinks to purples. Blooming from midwinter to early spring (December to April), it prefers acidic, well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure. Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for mass plantings and rock gardens. Zones 7-9 are suitable for this resilient plant.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–9Type Broadleaf Evergreen, ShrubClimate Mediterranean, Temperate
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — which can be an advantage in drier climates

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Mediterranean, Temperate

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Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure; hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for mass plantings and, image 83
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Its fine foliage presents a feathery appearance
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — topped by plentiful bell-shaped flowers ranging from pinks to purples; place this heather in a site with full sun to, image 81
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Its foliage presents a dense array of fine; white flowers in the garden
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — making it a versatile mid-size specimen for borders; regular pruning maintains its compact form and encourages, image 63
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — needle-like leaves that create a rich tapestry of dark green; well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms; needle-like leaves that create a rich tapestry of dark green
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — exhibits good drought tolerance; zones 7-9 are suitable for this resilient plant, image 72
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — It flourishes in well-draining acidic soil and once established
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — A dexterous choice for landscape design, this plant adds a resilient and colorful touch to any garden; heather, or, image 87
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — It typically reaches a mature height of around 5 to 6 feet
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — topped by plentiful bell-shaped flowers ranging from pinks to purples; place this heather in a site with full sun to, image 55
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — is an evergreen shrub reaching heights of 4-6 ft with a similar spread
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — contributing to year-round interest.<br><br>For optimal growth; ranging in color from deep pinks to purples
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Its fine foliage presents a feathery appearance; making it a versatile mid-size specimen for borders
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — It typically reaches a mature height of around 5 to 6 feet; its foliage presents a dense array of fine, image 62
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — needle-like leaves that create a rich tapestry of dark green; well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure, image 94
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Zones 7-9 are suitable for this resilient plant; exhibits good drought tolerance, image 59
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — ranging in color from deep pinks to purples; topped by plentiful bell-shaped flowers ranging from pinks to purples, image 64
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Zones 7-9 are suitable for this resilient plant; exhibits good drought tolerance, image 85
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — place this heather in a site with full sun to partial shade; it flourishes in well-draining acidic soil and once established
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for mass plantings and rock gardens; which emerge in late winter to early spring
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