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Christmas Heather

Christmas Heather

Erica canaliculata

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 9aZone 11b

A tender, evergreen shrub prized for its tubular pink or white flowers that bloom during winter months. Native to South Africa, it thrives in Mediterranean climates and is often grown in containers in cooler regions.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
3–6′ tall × 2–4′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 9aZone 11b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

FallWinter

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

early successional

Native Range

South Africa

Function & Care

pollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
moderate
Propagation
seed, cutting

Notable Cultivars

Cultivars like 'Rosea' feature deep pink flowers, while 'Alba' offers white blooms; both are valued for winter color and fragrance.