Calluna vulgaris Firefly
Calluna vulgaris Firefly
A rewarding heath for UK gardens, Calluna vulgaris Firefly grows to around 40cm in full sun. Enjoy blooms from August to October. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 40cm tall × 45cm wide
Flowers
🌸 aug,sep,oct
Wildlife
🐝 Major bee plant, heathland habitat
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Plant Information
About this plant
A rewarding heath for UK gardens, Calluna vulgaris Firefly grows to around 40cm in full sun. Enjoy blooms from August to October. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Calluna vulgaris Firefly
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
aug,sep,oct
Mature Height
40cm
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