Calluna vulgaris - Heather 0.15g

Heather/Ling Heather: M, N, P, *, Jul-Nov

NATIVE EVERGREEN SHRUB growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). Needs acid (Lime-free) soil. Hardy to zone 4. It is in flower from July to November. This is a dwarf shrub that is often abundant on mountains and moorland in the UK. The petals are concealed by the familiar purple sepals. An advantage to bees of growing these in a garden is that there is likely to be sufficient shelter for the bees to work the flowers in late Summer/Autumn. The flowers are pollinated by Bees, flies, lepidoptera, wind. Produces POLLEN & NECTAR. It is noted for attracting wildlife. SEEDS 0.15g/ £1.55