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Fire Heath - Erica cerinthoides ‘Rubra’ - Tube / QLD is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Erica cerinthoides Rubra delivers striking, fire-red tubular flowers on a compact shrub that lights up any garden. This hardy, evergreen heath thrives in cool to mild climates and offers colour almost all year with minimal effort.
✔ Brilliant red flowers - Creates an intense pop of colour that brightens garden beds.
✔ Long flowering period - Blooms for many months, often year-round in ideal conditions.
✔ Compact, tidy growth - Naturally forms a neat shrub that fits into small or large spaces.
✔ Attracts pollinators - Birds and beneficial insects flock to its tubular blooms.
✔ Hardy and resilient - Performs well in cool climates and handles poor soils with ease.
✅ Feature plant - Its bold red blooms make it a stunning focal point.
✅ Border and edging shrub - Compact size creates structure and continuous colour.
✅ Rockeries and slopes - Thrives in well-drained, sloping, or rocky areas.
✅ Container planting - Works beautifully in pots for patios, courtyards, or balconies.
Spacing: Plant 40 to 60cm apart for a fuller display or mass planting effect. Planting more closely gives a richer, more colourful carpet.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.
Does Fire Heath flower all year?
In suitable climates, it can bloom for much of the year, with peak flowering during the cooler months.
Is Erica cerinthoides difficult to grow?
It is generally easy to grow as long as the soil is well-drained and the plant receives adequate sunlight.
How big does it grow?
It typically reaches around 50cm to 1 meter in height while remaining compact and bushy.
Can it grow in pots?
Yes, it thrives in containers and makes a striking addition to patios or balconies.
Does it tolerate heat?
It prefers cool to mild climates but can cope with some heat if the soil remains well-drained and the plant is not overwatered.
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