Ghost Hills Heather will grow to be about 18 inches tall at maturity extending to 24 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 32 inches. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years. This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for acidic soils, and is subject to chlorosis (yellowing) of the leaves in alkaline soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid.
Details
Botanical Name
Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills'
Common Name
Ghost Hills Heath
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
18 Inches (24 Inches With The Flowers)
Max Spread
32 inches
Plant Form
- Mounded
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Purple
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Late Winter To Early Spring
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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