Winter heath 'Alba Minor' (Erica carnea 'Alba Minor')

Winter heath 'Alba Minor'

Also known as: Spring heath 'Alba Minor', Snow heather 'Alba Minor'

Winter heath 'Alba Minor' is an evergreen shrub with a prostrate habit. It forms a dense mat of bright green foliage and offers white flowers in early summer through fall. This is a cultivar of Erica carnea, also known as winter heath. It holds an RHS Award of Garden Merit and is perfect to plant as a ground cover on banks and slopes. 'Alba minor' effectively translates to "white and small."

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

White

Flower Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Winter heath 'Alba Minor'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Pruning: Adapted to cold climates, winter heath 'Alba Minor' has evergreen foliage and delicate flowers. Prune in early to late winter after flowering, focusing on dead wood and shaping. Light trims encourage bushiness, enhancing health and flowering. Use clean, sharp tools for minimal damage, as timely pruning boosts vigor and appeal.

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