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Christmas Heather

Christmas Heather

Erica canaliculata

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low water Hardy: Zone 9aZone 11b

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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
Family
Ericaceae

Native Range

South Africa

Seasonality

Bloom Season

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

Season of Interest

FallWinter

Notable Cultivars

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

Companion Planting

Plants well with