Calluna vulgaris 'Spring Cream'

Also Known As

Spring Cream Heather

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 10"-15"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-7b

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Calluna vulgaris 'Spring Cream' plant details

Calluna vulgaris 'Spring Cream' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calluna vulgaris 'Spring Cream'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 10 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calluna vulgaris 'Spring Cream'

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bright-green foliage of this heather (to 18") has attractive cream tips in spring; pink flowers follow in Aug.-Sept. Sun/Med/GdDrain/Acid soil

By: Forestfarm

A quiet, compact 14" by 18" clump of soft green leaves, cream-tipped in spring and butter-tipped in the fall and winter. Short racemes of white flowers cover the foliage in late summer. A favorite of local shoppers.