The broadleaf evergreen Calluna vulgaris (heather) bears showy, greyish magenta and fragrant flowers during mid summer to mid-autumn. The matte foliage is light olive green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Calluna vulgaris (heather) produces showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover and foundation.
Special Characteristics
This broadleaf evergreen attracts butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Calluna vulgaris enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions
This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
