Bell Heather

Description:

It is a species of heather, native to western and central Europe. It is a low shrub growing to 15–60 centimetres tall, with fine needle-like leaves 4–8 millimetres in long arranged in whorls of three. The flowers are bell-shaped, purple, 4–7 millimetres long, produced in mid to late summer.

Habitat:

A species commonly found on drier moors and heathlands, well worth growing for the great richness and range of their flowers. They enjoy an open, sunny position, and should be planted with plenty of peat. Acid soil is essential to grow this species successfully. Only taller varieties require pruning.