Erica darleyensis 'Mediterranean White'
$27.00 / 1G
Heath ·
Description
Erica darleyensis 'Mediterranean White', commonly known as Heath, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its white flowers. It typically matures 3–6 feet tall and 3–6 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in average, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is cultivated hybrid of Erica carnea of central and southern Europe and E. erigena of western Europe. Its flowers can provide seasonal forage for bees and other beneficial insects. In the landscape, it works well in mixed borders, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens. Good siting and appropriate moisture help maintain its best form through the season.
Benefits
Builds the middle layer of the garden, adding structure between perennials and trees. Keeps beds lively through the main outdoor season. Brings more movement to the garden by drawing butterflies and other pollinators.
Features
White flowers mid-summer; matures about 3 - 6 ft tall
Usage/Use
Foundation planting, mixed border, screening, specimen planting
| Erica darleyensis 'Mediterranean White' | |
| Heath | |
| 'Mediterranean White | |
| No | |
| Best grown in full sun to part sun with average moisture. | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average moisture; Well-drained, amended garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| Garden origin / cultivated selection | |
| Non-Native | |
| Yes | |
| Cultivated hybrid of Erica carnea of central and southern Europe and E. erigena of western Europe | |
| No |
| 5 - 9 | |
| Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9; protect roots during establishment. | |
| Full Sun | |
| Loam | |
| 6 - 7 | |
| 3 - 6 ft | |
| 3 - 6 ft | |
| Medium | |
| 3 - 6 ft |
| Yes | |
| Longtime | |
| Mid-Summer | |
| None | |
| White | |
| Green | |
| Green foliage | |
| Butterflies | |
| Woodland Edge of Savanna | |
| Specimen Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Shrubs | |
| Mounded | |
| Long Lived | |
| Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Average Water | |
| Well-drained | |
| Water deeply during establishment; after established, water based on rainfall and soil moisture. | |
| Medium | |
| Water regularly during establishment, mulch to conserve moisture, and cut back/prune at the proper seasonal time. |