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    Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred'

    Also Known As

    • Red Fred Heather

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 14"
    • W: 18"

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred' plant details

    Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 18 IN wide, 14 IN tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Has brilliant red foliage in spring, persisting well into summer, then bears plum-raspberry flowers amidst a bath of green leaves. Perfect!

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred' plant

    How to Grow Calluna vulgaris 'Red Fred'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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