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Erica 'Aurora'
Attractive erect shrub with tall stems clothed in fine green leaves. In late winter and spring the bright orange red tubular flowers cover the stems. Great for floral work. A sunny sheltered site best. Trim stems after flowering to maintain the best shape.
Genus
Erica
Species
Cultivar
'Aurora'
Common name
Hybrid Cape Heath
Family name
Ericaceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
80 cm
Width
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil / Prefers acidic / lime-free soil. / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate light frost only
Enthusiast / Nourishment
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
Where to buy our plants