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HEATHERS Erica x darleyensis 'Phoebe'
Commonly known as Darley Dale heath
Salmon flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowWinter Belles Series
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Pests & DiseasesFungal attack from Phytophthora root rot, Pythium, and Rhizoctonia in warm, wet conditions.
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Place of originGarden origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreen
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RedSalmon
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Fully hardy
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Height50cm (20in)
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Spread60cm (24in)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilCompact, bushy habit. Particularly good ground cover. Produces elongated, ovoid to conical flowers 5-7mm (¼in) long
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 7Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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Soil Conditions
Medium to light, fertile, well drained soilTolerates allAny well-drained soil.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Heathers - Care Guide
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