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Erica erigena 'Maxima'

Also Known As

  • Erica maxima

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4"-36"
  • W: 15"-36"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Erica erigena 'Maxima' plant details

Erica erigena 'Maxima' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erica erigena 'Maxima'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: dried-arrangements, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erica erigena 'Maxima'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright growing, larger heather. Medium pink flowers.

Gardening facts about Erica erigena 'Maxima' plant

How to Grow Erica erigena 'Maxima'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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