Heath
Erica diaphana
- Native to:
- South Africa
Nicola van Berkel,Henry Cranke Andrews (en.wikipedia.org),Henry Cranke Andrews (en.wikipedia.org),F.W. Schumacher Co,Beck, Henrik Henriksen, 1799-1863 Christian VIII, King of Denmark, 1786-1848,Donovan, E. (Edward), 1768-1837,Sargent, Charles Sprague, 1841-1927,Edwards, William H. (William Henry), 1822-1909,F.W. Schumacher Co,Dawson Turner,various authors (en.wikipedia.org),Deutsche Malakozoologische Gesellschaft
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Ericaceae
- Genus:
- Erica
- Species:
- Erica diaphana
- USDA Symbol:
- ERDI17
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 100 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, white
- Evergreen Shrub:
- Yes
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- Fynbos species; seeds may be released after fire but not obligate seeder.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to fynbos regions, prefers heathland conditions