Besom heath
Erica scoparia
Besom heath is a compact, shrubby heather that thrives in full sun to partial shade with acidic, well-drained soil. It is relatively low-maintenance once established but dislikes alkaline or waterlogged conditions, so amend heavy clay soils before planting. A light trim after flowering helps maintain a tidy shape and encourages fresh growth.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days In The Growing Season; Reduce In Winter • Water Moderately; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 5.5
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 30, 2019 by Annemarie Ahrens-Stehle (cc-by-sa)
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