HEATHERS Erica x stuartii 'Irish Orange'

Commonly known as Heath

Lilac-pink flowers and orange tips in spring
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Oblong or ovate leaves fringed with gland-tipped hairs
  • Height
    25cm (10in)
  • Spread
    50cm (20in)
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    Erect heather. Produces umbels of urn-shaped flowers contracted at the mouth
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy 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)

HEATHERS Erica x stuartii 'Irish Orange'

 
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
    E. mackayana x E. tetralix
    Pests & Diseases
    Fungal attack from Phytophthora root rot, Pythium and Rhizoctonia in warm, wet conditions
    Place of origin
    Ireland (Donegal, Connemara, Kerry). Garden origin
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 7
    Suitable 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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Acid / ericaceous loving
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Heathers - Care Guide

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