Erica carnea 'Springwood White'

Scotch Heath, Spring Heath, Winter Heath

Family: Ericaceae Heath


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 7A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Early Spring, Late Winter
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, container, rock garden, seashore
Height 6" to 10" / 15cm to 25cm
Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage