Erica carnea 'Vivellii'

alpine heath, spring heath or winter heath

Family	Ericaceae
Plant Type	shrub
Zone	USDA: 5a - 7b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H3 Australia: 1
Care Level
Height	10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread	30 - 55 cm (12 - 22 in)
Light	full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to neutral

Description	The shrub Erica carnea 'Vivellii' (alpine heath) bears showy and bright pink blossoms during late winter to early spring. This plant is low trailing in form and has matte, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses	Alpine or rock garden, border and ground cover.