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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) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for full or half
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms; needle-like leaves that create a rich tapestry of dark green, image 77
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — broadleaf evergreen / shrub for full or half; with its low maintenance requirements and captivating aesthetic, image 78
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — These blossoms are not only a visual delight but also a boon for pollinators like bees and butterflies
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — making it a versatile mid-size specimen for borders
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — These blossoms are not only a visual delight but also a boon for pollinators like bees and butterflies; contributing, image 66
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — is an evergreen shrub reaching heights of 4-6 ft with a similar spread; blooming from midwinter to early spring (December to
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Its fine foliage presents a feathery appearance; making it a versatile mid-size specimen for borders, image 54
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure; hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for mass plantings and rock gardens
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — which emerge in late winter to early spring
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — white flowers in the garden
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Zones 7-9 are suitable for this resilient plant; exhibits good drought tolerance
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Blooming from midwinter to early spring (December to April); broadleaf evergreen / shrub with white blooms, image 82
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — ranging in color from deep pinks to purples; topped by plentiful bell-shaped flowers ranging from pinks to purples, image 90
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — which emerge in late winter to early spring; it typically reaches a mature height of around 5 to 6 feet, image 65
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — white flowers in the garden; a dexterous choice for landscape design, this plant adds a resilient and colorful touch to any
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Heather, or Erica canaliculata, is an enchanting evergreen shrub heralding from the fynbos of South Africa
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Regular pruning maintains its compact form and encourages vigorous flowering
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for mass plantings and rock gardens; which emerge in late winter to early, image 58
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — making it a versatile mid-size specimen for borders; regular pruning maintains its compact form and encourages vigorous flowering
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — These blossoms are not only a visual delight but also a boon for pollinators like bees and butterflies; contributing to
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it's ideal for mass plantings and rock gardens; which emerge in late winter to early, image 84
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Heather, or Erica canaliculata, is an enchanting evergreen shrub heralding from the fynbos of South Africa; is an, image 86
Heather (Erica Canaliculata) — Its fine foliage presents a feathery appearance; making it a versatile mid-size specimen for borders, image 80
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