Calluna vulgaris 'Kinlochruel'

Also Known As

Kinlochruel Heather

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 3"-10"
W: 12"-16"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Calluna vulgaris 'Kinlochruel' plant details

Calluna vulgaris 'Kinlochruel' is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calluna vulgaris 'Kinlochruel'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 16 IN - wide, 3 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: award-winning, container plant, edging plant, fall color, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calluna vulgaris 'Kinlochruel'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, wind
Soil needs: acidic, average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Without a doubt, this AGM winner plays host to the most lovely double white flowers in the genus. Slowly opening, tiny buds reveal long, downward curving frosty blooms, illuminating the fine textured, bright green foliage that possesses a mounding habit, and in winter, bronze dipped tips.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

The best double white. Free flowering from late summer into fall. Fine textured foliage is bright green, bronzing at the tips in winter. Mounding habit. AGM winner.