Erica carnea 'Springwood White'

Also Known As

Springwood White Winter Heath

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 24"

planting zones

5b-9b

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Erica carnea 'Springwood White' plant details

Erica carnea 'Springwood White' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erica carnea 'Springwood White'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: floriferous, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erica carnea 'Springwood White'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub or groundcover with white, urn-shaped flowers that bloom in winter to early spring (Jan-April). Wonderful to add some bright color to the winter landscape or in a container with some berried holly. Growth Rate fast

By: Garden World

Creamy buds open into white flowers on this old favorite in the trade. A vigorous ground cover, it can handle inland heat and tough conditions. 'Martha Herman' is its best mate.