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Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe'

Also Known As

  • Erica carnea 'Schneekoppe'
  • Schneekoppe Winter Flowering Heather
  • Schneekuppe Spring Heath

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 20"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe' plant details

Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White flowers. Winter-spring bloomer.
Flowers are white. Blooms from January to April. Foliage is dark green. Grows to 12" spreading to 20".

Gardening facts about Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe' plant

How to Grow Erica carnea 'Schneekuppe'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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