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Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro'

Also Known As

  • Allegro Heather

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro' plant details

Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall and summer pink, purple and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: pink, purple and red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An evergreen ground cover that forms a dense, finely textured mat. Spikes of small pinkish-purple to red blooms appear in July through October. Can also be used as edging or in rock gardens. Growth Rate slow

Gardening facts about Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro' plant

How to Grow Calluna vulgaris 'Allegro'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • red
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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