C.D. Eason Bell Heath
Erica cinerea 'C.D. Eason'
SKU
2029
Small hardy shrub with abundant, bright magenta, bell-like flower clusters. When planted with other heathers, a patchwork quilt groundcover can be created providing year round flowers and foliage.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more.
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| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing, spreading mound to 9 in. tall, 2 ft. wide. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | Heathers are not too particular about fertility but demand absolute drainage. This has made them a favorite of alpine rock gardeners where elevated positions on outcroppings or banks ensures water flows through quickly. An ideal candidate for top of retaining walls and in raised planters provided soil backfill is granular. Exploit the acidic soils around the edges of conifer groves. Blends nicely with grasses for wild gardens, particularly in coastal conditions. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain wet or evenly moist soil - weekly or more. |
| Key Feature | Summer Flowering |
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.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 8
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