Erica Lavender Mist
Notify MeErica Lavender Mist is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its soft lavender-purple flowers that cover the plant from late winter into spring, creating a gentle haze of colour during cooler months. Its fine, needle-like green foliage adds year-round texture, making it a valuable addition to borders, rockeries, and containers. Growing to around 30-40 cm high and 40-50 cm wide, it suits cottage, coastal, and low-maintenance garden styles.
Thrives in full sun with free-draining, acidic soil. Tolerant of light frost and dry conditions once established. Space plants 30-40 cm apart for ground coverage and airflow. Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils.
Trimming: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain a neat, compact shape and encourage bushy growth. Avoid cutting into old, woody stems, as regrowth can be slow or may not occur.
Deadheading: Not necessary, as Erica plants naturally shed their spent flowers. Trimming after flowering effectively removes old blooms.
Fertilising: Apply a fertiliser suitable for acid-loving plants in early spring. Avoid lime-based products, as Erica prefers acidic soil conditions.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment and in extended dry periods, particularly in summer. Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant but performs best with consistent moisture in well-drained, acidic soil.
Pest Control: Generally pest-free. Occasionally, aphids may appear on new growth-treat with insecticidal soap if needed.
Disease Management: Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. In humid conditions, monitor for fungal issues such as leaf spot-remove any affected foliage and ensure adequate spacing and airflow around plants. Avoid overhead watering.
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For orders below $250, the following flat-rate delivery charges are applicable:
- Urban delivery within mainland New Zealand: $19.95
- Rural delivery within mainland New Zealand: $39.95
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