Care Card

Calluna

Moderate irrigation Moderate irrigation

Water once a week and fortnightly in cold weather allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in brighter light conditions.

Normal humidity Normal humidity

Any kind of humidity is fine, you can spray it every 2 weeks.

Not suitable for pets Not suitable for pets

This plant can be toxic for your pet, so we advise you not to keep them together.

Direct light Direct light

Prefers direct exposure to sunlight.

Calluna
Calluna

Advice

  • If you want to plant it in a garden, we recommend that you wait until spring.
  • when transplanting, use an acid substrate.
  • Light pruning at the end of flowering, without removing old shoots.
  • Water in case of prolonged drought or heat waves.
  • Add special heather fertiliser in spring.

Signs of weakness

  • Soft leaves or black stems: over-watering
  • Shrivelled leaves, dry potting mix: thirsty plant, under-watering
  • Flower drop: temperature fluctuations, cold draughts or roots drying out or becoming waterlogged
Calluna
Calluna
Calluna
Calluna