Irish Heath (Erica erigena)
Irish Heath (Erica erigena) is a compact evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and abundant, bell-shaped pink or white flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Best flowering in sun.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Soil
Well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Prefers sandy or loamy conditions.
Temperature
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures, hardy to light frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed in spring with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Best flowering in sun.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Prefers sandy or loamy conditions.
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures, hardy to light frost.
Ideal growing range: 10-20°C
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed in spring with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1 m
Spread
1-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Needle-like
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyEricaceae
- genusErica
- speciesErica erigena
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No