Overview
Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia is a compact, bushy shrubs in the genus Erica, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen, needle-like foliage. Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers, ground cover and winter bedding.
About
Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia is a compact, bushy cultivar of the Erica genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs with slender, needle-like leaves arranged in whorls. This cultivar features evergreen, needle-like foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, well-drained, acidic loam soil and is hardy to UK zone H5. Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia is suitable for borders, containers, ground cover, and winter bedding, with interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Erica
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Compact, bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen, needle-like
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, ground cover, winter bedding
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to fungal diseases in wet conditions
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia?
Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia need?
Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia hardy in the UK?
Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia?
Semi-ripe cuttings, layering.
