Calluna
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Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its source“Calluna vulgaris is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to Europe” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
“Days to maturity: Blooms typically appear in year 2-3 after planting; full maturity reached in 3-4 years” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
“Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily; tolerates partial shade” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
“Water: Moderate water needs once established” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
“Thrives in zones 4-8; prefers cool climates with good air circulation” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
“Spacing: 12-18 inches apart depending on variety and mature size inches” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
“It’s also woody, evergreen perennials that stay fairly short at under 24 inches” — How to Grow Heather Plants in Your Garden | Gardener’s Path
“Best Planting Season: In cool zones plant in spring” — Calluna vulgaris: Growing Guide
“Before the first fall frost (≈ Nov 8)” — How to Grow Heather (Calluna and Erica) — LizPlants
“Ornamental” — How to Grow Heather (Calluna and Erica) — LizPlants
“Non-toxic” — Calluna vulgaris: Growing Guide
“Common Pests: Spider mites (Tetranychus urticae)” — How to Grow Heather, Ling — LizPlants
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Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Fact sheet: 7 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrowers Librarian