Calluna Vulgaris Seeds - Flower Plant

Calluna Vulgaris is an evergreen flowering shrub valued for its fine-textured foliage and dense clusters of seasonal blooms. It is commonly grown in rock gardens, borders, containers, and naturalized landscape plantings. The plant thrives in cool climates and performs best in well-drained, acidic soil with full sun. Suitable for ornamental gardens, Calluna Vulgaris provides year-round structure and seasonal color.

Features

• Evergreen flowering shrub with a compact growth habit
• Produces dense clusters of ornamental blooms
• Suitable for rock gardens, borders, and containers
• Adaptable to cool growing conditions
• Performs well in full sun
• Suitable for ornamental landscape plantings

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Calluna vulgaris
• Common Name (US): Heather
• Seed Type / Variety: Flowering Shrub Seed
• Growth Habit: Low-growing evergreen shrub
• USDA Zones: 4–8
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Sowing Season Months: March–June
• Germination: 21–60 days at 60–70°F (16–21°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, acidic soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate
• Mature Plant Size: 12–24 in tall, 18–36 in spread
• Plant Spacing: 18–24 in apart