Erica cin. 'Sandpit Hill' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * tolerates pruning

Growth habit
Bell heather is an upright and densely growing dwarf shrub that can reach a height of 20 - 60 cm and a width of 30 - 50 cm.

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

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

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

Soil
Erica cinerea 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).

Care
In harsh locations, sun protection is only recommended in case of frost.

Flower
The purple-violet, bell-shaped flowers appear in clusters from June to July.

Use
Tubs, cutting, grave, heather garden, bee pasture, balcony/patio

Root
Erica cinerea is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.