Erica cerinthoides Red

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Erica cerinthoides Red, Cerinthoides Red, Erica Plant

Erica cerinthoides Red is a colourful, evergreen shrub grown for its flowers and foliage. It produces showy clusters of small, bright red flowers in spring which literally coat the plant. This foliage comprises fine, dark green leaves held on upright stems as it grows to 1 m tall and 70 cm wide. Erica cerinthoides Red is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, or used in cottage gardens.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	70 cm
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Erica cerinthoides Red, Cerinthoides Red, Erica Plant

Erica cerinthoides Red Details

Erica cerinthoides Red is a colourful, evergreen shrub grown for its flowers and foliage. It produces showy clusters of small, bright red flowers in spring which literally coat the plant. This foliage comprises fine, dark green leaves held on upright stems. It typically grows to 1 m tall and 70 cm wide, performing best when grown in full sun on a well-drained site. In partial shade plants will tend to be more open. It is tolerant of moderate frost, dry periods, coastal conditions, and some wind. Erica cerinthoides Red is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, or used in cottage gardens. The stems are often used in flower arrangements.