Erica cin. 'Alba' - P12

Description
The Bell heather 'Alba' (Erica cinerea) will brighten up any garden with its countless white bell-shaped flowers. From June onwards, it will be a delight in flower beds and in containers on balconies or terraces. The needle-shaped, dark green leaves are also a beautiful sight.

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

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Bell heather 'Alba' are dark green, needle-shaped, whorled.

Spread
Europe.

Frost hardiness
The Bell heather 'Alba' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bell heather 'Alba' is an upright and densely growing dwarf shrub that can reach a height of 15 - 20 cm and a width of 20 - 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 'Alba' 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 the event of frost.

Flower
The white, bell-shaped flowers of Bell heather 'Alba' appear in clusters from June to August.

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

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