Erica darl. 'Spring Surprise' - P12

Description
The Darley Dale heath 'Spring Surprise' (Erica darleyensis) will brighten up any garden with its countless pink tubular flowers. From March onwards, it will be a delight in flower beds as well as 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 Darley Dale heath 'Spring Surprise' are dark green, needle-shaped.

Frost hardiness
The Darley Dale heath 'Spring Surprise' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Darley Dale heath 'Spring Surprise' is an upright and broad-growing dwarf shrub that can reach a height of 30 - 50 cm and a width of 30 - 50 cm.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally from May to June, is advisable for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Erica darleyensis 'Spring Surprise' 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).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from May to June.

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - Prune back vigorously after flowering.

Flower
The pink-coloured, tubular flowers appear from March to May.

Use
Tubs, cutting, group planting, heather garden, rock garden, bee pasture