AWARD

HEATHERS Calluna vulgaris 'Peter Sparkes'

Commonly known as Ling, Scots heather

Lilac flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
  • Purple
    Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
    Lilac flowers
  • Height
    30cm (12in)
  • Spread
    55cm (22in)
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    Open site

HEATHERS Calluna vulgaris 'Peter Sparkes'

 
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Produces long racemes good for cutting. Wildlife plant - bees
    Pests & Diseases
    Fungal diseases. Grey mould, Phytophthora root rot, rhizoctonia in warm, wet conditions.
    Place of origin
    Garden origin.
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Double
    Multi rows of petals, no stamen showing
  • 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 well drained soil
    Humus-rich
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Heathers - Care Guide

Useful extras...

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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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