Evergreen Shrub – Mediterranean White Winter Heath

Mediterranean White Winter Heath 

Botanical name: erica carnea ‘mediterranean white’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: 6-10 inches in height with a 12-18 inch spread 

Hardy zone: zones 6-8 

Growth rate: grows 2-4 inches per year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: white

Bloom time:  spring, fall 

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired shape and size during the late winter/early spring before new growth begins to emerge 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months

Landscape use: borders/edging, groundcover, container plant 

Special features: attracts pollinators, re-bloomer, fragrant blooms, cold-hardy

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a diluted liquid fertilizer that is high in phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium to encourage more blooms once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: clay, loam 

Companion plants: pieris, boxwood, azaleas 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no