Shrub

Erica × darleyensis ‘Ghost Hills’

Heather 'Ghost Hills'
Award Winner Loved by Pollinators Low Maintenance Hardiness H5

The spreading habit of Erica × darleyensis ‘Ghost Hills’ makes it an attractive ground-covering shrub for cottage-style planting. This evergreen heather produces purple flowers, darkest at the tips, from January through April, over bright green foliage flushed with cream in spring. Small in size but generous in flower, it thrives in sun and well-drained soil, winning both the RHS Award of Garden Merit and recognition as a pollinator plant.
SKU: ERI-1.5L-TH2U4Y
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Flowering Months
Jan J
Feb F
Mar M
Apr A
May M
Jun J
Jul J
Aug A
Sep S
Oct O
Nov N
Dec D
Size
Max Height
0.1 m — 0.5 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Spreads horizontally along ground, forming dense flat ground cover.
Planting Position
Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North South East West
Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Containers
  • Groundcover
  • Banks / Slopes
Merits
  • Generally pest-free
  • Low Maintenance
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit
  • Loved By Pollinators

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