{"product_id":"erica-darl-white-perfection-p12","title":"Winter Heather | Erica × darleyensis 'White Perfection' (12 cm Pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite bell-shaped flowers brighten the colder months above fine evergreen foliage. A spreading heather for winter planters and low border planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe small white bells are carried among fine evergreen leaves, creating a soft, low display through the colder months. Plant in groups along the front of a border for a more continuous effect, or use it in winter containers with contrasting foliage. Its spreading habit also makes it useful for covering small areas of suitable ground, while early flowers provide a seasonal food source for bees on mild days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"color: inherit; font-size: 1em; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy we like it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite winter flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly flowers for bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"color: inherit; font-size: 1em; font-family: inherit; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive it good light and freely draining acidic to neutral soil. It can be grown in ericaceous compost where the garden soil is unsuitable. Newly planted heathers need watering until their roots establish, and pots should be checked in dry, windy weather even during winter. Trim lightly after flowering to keep the plant compact and encourage fresh growth. Do not cut back hard into old bare wood. Avoid waterlogged positions, which are more damaging than ordinary winter cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose sun or light shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse well-drained acidic to neutral soil or ericaceous compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater newly planted plants and check pots in dry weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim lightly after flowering without cutting into old wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering months:\u003c\/strong\u003e December, January, February, March, April. Typical season; weather and growing conditions can shift the start and finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight and spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expected mature height: 30–50 cm. Expected spread: 50–100 cm. Growth depends on conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupplier photo illustrates the variety; the photographed pot size may differ. Supplied size is as stated in the product title.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Newlands Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55540249624903,"sku":"1142353","price":3.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/pan231026-59-erica-darl-white-perfection-p12.jpg?v=1792777972","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/erica-darl-white-perfection-p12","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}