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Calluna vulgaris Firefly
Firefly Heather
- » Bright pink flowers in summer
- » Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- » Long-living evergreen shrub
- » Year-round interest
- » Great groundcover
- » Foliage changes colors
- Category:Holiday
- Hardiness Zone:5-9
- Height:24-30 in
- Spread:24-30 in
- Bloom Color: Pink Shades
In summer the foliage is a bright mix of lime, chartreuse, and primrose yellow highlighted in late summer with spires of bright purple-pink flowers. Is a long-lived evergreen shrub that brings interest to the garden, regardless of the season.
Let's Talk About Calluna 'Firefly'
Foliage Color
| • | Multi-Color |
Flower Color
| • | Pink |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Late Summer |
Habit
| • | Ground Cover |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Calluna vulgaris Firefly
Mat-forming groundcover with upright, leafy branches and flower spikes. Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil in full sun to light shade.