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Calluna vulgaris 'Rosea'

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 60 - 80 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The shrub Calluna vulgaris 'Rosea' (rose heather) bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during mid-summer to mid-fall. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Calluna vulgaris 'Rosea' (rose 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.