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Female Prickly Heath (Pernettya)
Gaultheria Mucronata Alba
This is a hardy, evergreen shrub which bears small, pinkish-white, bell-shaped flowers between May and June. These are produced above glossy, light to mid- green leaves which take on an attractive bronze tint in the winter. The flowers are followed by large, pure white fruits which help to provide colour and interest well into autumn, winter and even the following spring. It prefers a loamy, acidic soil but can also tolerate swampy conditions. In order for this variety to produce berries it must be planted near to a male Gaultheria (Gaultheria Mucronata)
Position:
Full sun to partial shade
Soil:
A loamy, acidic soil
Rate of Growth:
Average
Flowering Period:
May to June
Flower Colour:
Pinkish-white
Other Features:
A great shrub for growing in wet areas of the garden
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
Garden Care:
Cut back any straggling stems and prune to a neat, compact shape in summer. It you need to stop the plant from spreading into a certain area of the garden, simply chop through the underground runners from time to time with a shovel. Add peat when planting and ensure it never dries out by watering regularly during periods of dry weather.
Eventual Height: 1.2m
Eventual Spread:
1.5m
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Approx Pot Size |
Approx Height |
Price |
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3 litre pot |
20-30cm |
£6.90 |
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