Erica tetralix
CROSS LEAF HEATHER, BOG HEATHER
Ericaceae

 
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Plant type: -- select -- sub-shrub

Hardiness zones: 3-9

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: heavy frost
0.3m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

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Erica tetralix
CROSS LEAF HEATHER, BOG HEATHER
Ericaceae

 

  Plant type: -- select -- sub-shrub

Hardiness zones: 3-9

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: heavy frost
0.3m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in pink

Flowering Time: mid summer to late autumn

Leaves: crossed leaf arrangement


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental, cottage & alpine designs

Uses: informal edging, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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