Small Spaces™

Scarlet Heath 140MM

Erica cerinthoides

I am Scarlet Heath. My family originated from South Africa.

Habit Shrub - Bright red flowers
Plant family Ericaceae
Commonly known as scarlet heath I am a stunning evergreen shrub that will bring a burst of colour to any garden. I am characterised by my needle-like leaves that are green in colour and arranged in whorls along the stems. In the spring and early summer I produce a profusion of bell-shaped flowers that range in colour from deep red to pink. My flowers are borne in clusters at the ends of my stems and attract a variety of pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden. I prefer an acidic, well-drained soil and I thrive in full sun to partial shade. I do best in consistently moist but not waterlogged soils and quality potting mixes when grown in a pot or container. Use me to add a splash of colour to your garden. With proper care and maintenance, I will reward you with a beautiful display of flowers year after year.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I bloom prolifically from winter through spring with clusters of bright red flowers on the ends of my branches
My compact form makes me ideal for rockeries, borders and beside pathways
Adaptable I am just as happy growing in a pot or other container as I am planted out in the garden
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to part shade
Height: 1m Width: 1m(Size at point of sale approx. 40cm including pot)
Water needs: MediumI perform at my best with consistent moisture
I am happiest in free draining slightly acidic soils and quality potting mixes. Avoid limey alkaline soils
Frost tolerance: Medium

Plant features

Cut flowers Red flowers Green foliage Flowers Jun-Oct
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success

Mulch well and add organic matter to the soil to improve soil water retention

Suggested spacing: 0.7m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

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Ask your retailer for Scarlet Heath by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Scarlet Heath

Erica cerinthoides

Small Spaces™ · Southern Plants

Pot size: 140mm

Product code: ERICER14S

Barcode: 9319711056307

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.