Erica carnea 'Ann Sparkes' - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Erica herbacea.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * bronze shoots

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value.

Growth habit
Winter heath 'Ann Sparkes' is a compact growing dwarf shrub that can reach a height of 10 - 15 cm and a width of 20 - 25 cm.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Erica carnea 'Ann Sparkes' thrives on all acidic, sandy, peaty and boggy soils.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from April to May.

Care
Excess water must be able to drain off easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
The pink-red, tubular flowers appear in clusters from February to May.

Use
Tubs, cutting, group planting, heather garden, rock garden, bee pasture

Root
Finely branched, close to the surface.