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Erica oatseii 'Winter Fire'
Colourful shrub with an erect shape. Tall stems are clothed with bright green small leaves. Throughout the autumn and winter these stems are covered with bright orange-red flowers. Prefers a sunny site, well drained soil that does not get too dry. Trim well after flowering to maintain shape.
Genus
Erica
Species
oatseii
Cultivar
'Winter Fire'
Common name
Erica
Family name
Ericaceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers acidic / lime-free soil. / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate light frost only
Nourishment / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Dwarf, height 0.3 and 1 metre.
Availability
Please go to our current Monthly Stock List, to check if this plant is likely to be available.
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Your favourite Garden Centre may be able to order it for you ... where to buy our plants.