Myretoun Ruby Erica Heather
Erica carnea 'Myretoun Ruby'
SKU: TL-ericmyrtru
USDA Zone:
5
Watering Needs:
Let dry between waterings
Sun Needs:
Full sun
Dull, lifeless winters? Not if ‘Myretoun Ruby’ has anything to say about it. This tough-as-nails winter heath erupts in a sea of ruby-red blooms from January through April, proving that color doesn’t quit when the cold rolls in. Nestled in deep green, needle-like foliage that shifts to bronze in winter, this low-growing, spreading groundcover is the ultimate no-fuss, high-impact garden performer. Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and built to thrive in poor soils, it’s perfect for rock gardens, slopes, borders, and mass plantings—just plant it and watch it do its thing.
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Size : 1 gallon$28.99
Average Landscape Size:
Height - 6 in. - 12 in. , Width - 12 in. - 18 in.
Flowering Season:
Late Winter to Early Spring
Landscape Use:
Ground Cover, Mixed Garden, Mass Planting, Natural Garden, Woodland Garden
Special Features:
Hardy, Easy Care
| Flower Color | Magenta |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Growth Habit | Mound |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Size | 1 gallon |
Watering Needs:
Let dry between waterings
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade—the more light, the better the blooms.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining, acidic to neutral soil; laughs at sandy, rocky, and poor conditions.
- Watering: Water regularly when young; once established, it shrugs off drought like a pro.
- Maintenance: Light trim after flowering to keep it looking fresh—just don’t cut into old wood.
- Hardiness: Hardy to USDA zones 5-8—cold doesn’t scare it.
- Additional Tips: Perfect for rock gardens, borders, slopes, and mass plantings. Evergreen, pollinator-friendly, and thrives on neglect.
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