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Calluna vulgaris 'Corbett's Red'

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 20 - 25 cm (8 - 10 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The shrub Calluna vulgaris 'Corbett's Red' (heather) bears showy, bright red and fragrant blossoms during mid summer to mid autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Calluna vulgaris 'Corbett's Red' (heather) has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover and foundation.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Calluna vulgaris 'Corbett's Red' .
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.