Erica canaliculata (Christmas heather)

Erica canaliculata, Christmas heather, Channelled Heath, Hairy Grey Heather

Botanical name: Erica canaliculata

Common names: Christmas heather, Channelled Heath, Hairy Grey Heather

Family: Ericaceae

Origin: Southern Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftSemi-shadeShadeModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

It grows to 2 m (6 ft 7 in), with tiny dark green leaves and large sprays of pink or white flowers. These small flowers are bell shaped, a common characteristic of plants in the Ericaceae family. The flowers also have pronounced dark anthers and a long white style that extend beyond the petals. The flower laden branches are popular when cut for decoration as well.

Not fully hardy, in frost-prone areas it requires some protection.


Similar plants: Erica canaliculata (Christmas heather)


Erica canaliculata, Christmas heather, Channelled Heath, Hairy Grey Heather
Erica canaliculata, Christmas heather, Channelled Heath, Hairy Grey Heather


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