Eva Gold Heath will grow to be about 18 inches tall at maturity extending to 24 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 3 feet. 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 foliage 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 'Eva Gold'
Common Name
Eva Gold Heath
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
3 Feet
Max Spread
3 Feet
Plant Form
- Mounded
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Pink
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Late Winter To Mid Spring
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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