About
A versatile shrub, reaching 100-200cm, with a compact framework of attractive leaves. It displays colourful flowers in white. 'Bartinney' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Erica can be prostrate or erect, evergreen shrubs with fine, needle-like leaves in whorls, and racemes or panicles of small, bell-shaped or tubular flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, mixed plantings
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or light shade
PruningPrune after flowering
PropagationSemi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally trouble-free
Disease resistanceMildew in dry conditions