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    Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills'

    Also Known As

    • Ghost Hills Heath

    Plant type

    groundcover

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 24"-36"

    planting zones

    • 6a-8b

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    Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills' plant details

    Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover with green foliage. In winter pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills'

    Plant type: groundcover
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and red blooms in winter
    Uses: container plant, cutting garden, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer, erosion
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The darleyensis hybrid heaths are some of the most foolproof, tolerating heat and cold surprisingly well. This 18" spreading mound produces its deep-rose flowers Dec to April. S-PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Thought to be a sport of Erica x darliensis 'Darley Dale', it blooms early sometimes starting in September and continuing through April.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Pink flowers. Green foliage/cream tips.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills' plant

    How to Grow Erica x darleyensis 'Ghost Hills'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • erosion control

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • red

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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