Calluna vulgaris 'Skyline Chartreuse', commonly known as Heather, is a woody landscape shrub valued for its pink, purple or lavender, and red or burgundy flowers during fall and summer. It typically matures 0.33–2 feet tall and 1–2 feet wide. Grow it in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained loamy soil. Its native range or documented parentage is Eurasia. Flowers produce high-value nectar attracting a variety of bees. In the landscape, it works well in border, mass planting, and coastal. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to deer and poor soil.
Benefits
Provides durable landscape structure, screening or specimen value, and seasonal interest.