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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Calluna vulgaris malva
Purple Heather
Flower Color
Description
An evergreen shrub with small, narrow, linear leaves and spikes of urn-shaped pink or pale purple, single or double flowers borne from mid-summer to autumn. Plants reach around 60cm in height. Many cultivars have been both selected and bred
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamSand
Soil pH
Acid
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-7
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeWildlife gardensCity and courtyard gardensCoastalCottage and informal gardenRock gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and bedsHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS7839B | €6.90 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.