whorl heath

whorl heath · Pruning

whorl heath · Erica verticillata
Also known as: Cape flats heath

Grows best in a well drained, acidic soil in full sun. See Hardy heathers for further advice

Watering: Keep acidic soil evenly moist with sharp drainageSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

How to Prune whorl heath?

Shorten flowered shoots to about 1.5–2.5 cm from the previous year's growth. If flowering is on last year's growth, prune after flowering; if on current-year growth, prune the following early to mid-spring.