Corbett Red Scotch Heather
Calluna vulgaris 'Corbett Red'
Masses of dark violet-red blooms decorate the rich green foliage. A more compact selection, perfect for those smaller areas of the garden. Evergreen.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | ka-LOO-na vul-GAH-ris |
| Key feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 5 - 7 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate growing to only 15 in. high and wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Flower color: | Red |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 1403 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Prefers rocky, unimproved soils. Do not over fertilize.
Masses of dark violet-red blooms decorate the rich green foliage. A more compact selection, perfect for those smaller areas of the garden. Evergreen.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Prefers rocky, unimproved soils. Do not over fertilize.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | ka-LOO-na vul-GAH-ris |
| Key feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Plant type: | Shrub |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 5 - 7 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate growing to only 15 in. high and wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Special feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Flower color: | Red |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 1403 |
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