Bog-heather
Erica tetralix
Erica
Ericaceae
Native Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
This bog-loving heather requires consistently moist, acidic soil and benefits from soft water or rainwater. Plant in partial shade with good air circulation and mulch to retain moisture. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 18″
Soil
peat
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist With Soft Water If Possible
Soil pH
4 – 4.5
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Baltic States
Belgium
Connecticut
Czechoslovakia
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Great Britain
Ireland
Maine
Masachusettes
Netherlands
New Hampshire
New York
North Carolina
Norway
Nova Scotia
Ohio
Poland
Attracts
🐝 Bees
🐝 Butterflies
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 2, 2019 by Clara Wagner (cc-by-sa)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Available From (0)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.