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HEATHERS Erica vagans 'Mrs D.F. Maxwell'

Commonly known as Cornish heath

Deep cerise flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
  • Shades of pink
    All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
    Deep cerise
  • Height
    25-30cm (10-12in)
  • Spread
    30-45cm (12-18in)
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun

HEATHERS Erica vagans 'Mrs D.F. Maxwell'

 
Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
£4.50 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 10+ £4 each
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2025
plant size comparison icon P9/0.5 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Possibly the most well-known heather, worldwide.
    Pests & Diseases
    Phytophthora root rot, Pythium, Rhizoctonia, in warm, wet conditions.
    Place of origin
    Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall, UK. (found by Mrs.Maxwell on her honeymoon)
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Bell/Lantern
    Bell-shaped
    Racemes
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Tolerates all
    Grows in any well-drained soil.
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Heathers - Care Guide

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