Overview
Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' is a compact, low-growing shrubs; some species grow into large shrubs up to 1.5m tall shrubs in the genus Erica, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen, needle-like leaves in various shades of green, yellow, or tinged with copper or red foliage. Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders, containers, rock gardens, bee-friendly plantings and winter bedding displays.
About
Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' is a compact, low-growing cultivar of the Erica genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs with slender, needle-like leaves arranged in whorls. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, moist but well-drained, acidic loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is notable for its spring and summer interest, producing clusters of small, bell-shaped or tubular flowers typical of the genus. Suitable for borders, containers, rock gardens, and bee-friendly plantings, it benefits from propagation by leaf-bud or stem tip cuttings and layering during spring or summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Erica
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Compact, low-growing shrubs; some species grow into large shrubs up to 1.5m tall
- Foliage
- Evergreen, needle-like leaves in various shades of green, yellow, or tinged with copper or red
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, rock gardens, bee-friendly plantings, winter bedding displays
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades'
- Propagation
- Leaf-bud or stem tip cuttings, layering in spring or summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to fungal diseases, including honey fungus and Phytophthora root rot in wet conditions
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades'?
Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' need?
Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' hardy in the UK?
Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Erica manipuliflora 'Cascades'?
Leaf-bud or stem tip cuttings, layering in spring or summer.
More in the Erica genus
- Erica gracilis 'Calimero'
- Erica arborea var. alpina f. aureifolia
- Erica gracilis red
- Erica x afroeuropaea