GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Heather

Calluna vulgaris · Shrub

Hardiness
H7 Very hardy (to below −20°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
20–100 cm × —
Soil
acidic (ericaceous), well-drained
Flowering
July–September
Toxicity
No specific toxicity is listed by the RHS. This is not a guarantee of safety — check with a vet or the ASPCA before pets or children eat any plant.

The Gardening Year

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🌱 Sow
🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower

Watch out for

Honey fungus (Armillaria): Remove infected plants completely and avoid replanting ericaceous species in that spot for several years.

Root rot (Phytophthora): Ensure excellent drainage by planting in sandy, acidic soil and avoid overwatering.

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation by thinning dense growth and apply a suitable fungicide if severe.

Vine weevil: Apply nematodes to the soil in autumn or use a systemic insecticide for potted plants.

Slugs and snails: Use slug pellets, beer traps, or hand-pick pests at night to protect new growth.

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