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Epigaea repens

Family Ericaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 5 - 10 cm (2 - 4 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The herbaceous perennial Epigaea repens (trailing arbutus) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during early spring. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, ground cover and wild flower.