Andromeda polifolia
bog rosemary 'Compacta'
Flower Color
Description
A small, bushy, evergreen shrub to 20cm in height, with narrow, oval and leathery dark green leaves. Terminal clusters of clear pink, globose flowers appear from April to July. Tolerates wet soils
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoam
Soil pH
Acid
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 3-6
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsRock gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds