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Calluna vulgaris 'Robert Chapman'

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 25 cm (10 in)
Spread 60 cm (2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The shrub Calluna vulgaris 'Robert Chapman' (heather) bears showy, bright red and fragrant flowers during mid summer to mid fall. The matte foliage is bright yellow and light brown in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Calluna vulgaris 'Robert Chapman' (heather) has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover and foundation.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.