Antje winter heath
Erica carnea 'Antje'
RHS AGM 2022
USDA zones7 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Soil types
- Sand
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Antje' winter heath (Erica carnea 'Antje') is a shrub for borders, containers, rock gardens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average, sandy soil. It is a dense, evergreen shrub that blooms in winter and spring, and bees visit the flowers. Deer tend to pass it by. Plant it where you can enjoy the winter color.
Pairs well with Lamb’s ear, Strawberry tree, and Sweet alyssum.