Phyllodoce breweri
Phyllodoce breweri
Brewer's mountain heather is a delicate alpine shrub that thrives in cool, moist conditions and well-drained acidic soils, making it best suited for rock gardens or native plant landscapes in mountainous regions. It requires consistent moisture and protection from hot afternoon sun. This plant is not well-suited to indoor growing and performs best in climates that mimic its Sierra Nevada and Great Basin native habitat.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days During Growing Season • Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged; Never Allow To Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — CC-BY-SA
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