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    Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey'

    Also Known As

    • Heather

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 1'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

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    Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey' plant details

    Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and winter magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: ericaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 1 FT tall
    Flowers: magenta blooms in fall and winter

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Deep magenta flowers decorate this durable evergreen when most plants are dormant. It's happiest in full sun and interesting with Hebe 'New Zealand Gold'. Some experts believe 'Furzey' has the best flower color among Ericas.

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    Gardening facts about Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey' plant

    How to Grow Erica x darleyensis 'Furzey'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • magenta

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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    Width: 3'

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 8'-10'

    Width: 2'-3'

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    aka Tree Heath

    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 6'-12'

    Width: 6'-10'

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    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Erica arborea flower by Jean Tosti
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    Erica carnea 'Pink Cloud'

    aka Pink Cloud Spring Heath

    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Erica carnea 'Pink Cloud' flower by Kristine Paulus
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