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Erica, Alpine Heather, Scotch Heath, Winter Heath 'Snowstorm'

Ericaherbacea

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Family

Ericaceae (er-ek-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Erica (ER-ee-kuh)

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Species

herbacea (her-buh-KEE-uh)

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Synonym

Erica carnea

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Grown for foliage

Evergreen

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Winter/Early Spring

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neutral

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