Calluna vulgaris 'Firefly' | Firefly Heather
DESCRIPTION
Calluna vulgaris 'Firefly' is a compact cultivar of the heather plant, known for its bright and vibrant foliage. The plant features small, needle-like leaves that shift from a rich green to hues of golden yellow during the warmer months, often turning to a deep red during the fall and winter. This seasonal color change adds visual interest throughout the year. 'Firefly' blooms in late summer to early fall, producing small, pinkish-purple flowers that cover the plant in delicate clusters, enhancing its ornamental appeal.
Native to Europe, this cultivar is particularly popular for its low-growing, dense habit, making it a great choice for ground cover or adding vibrant color to borders and containers. The plant's long blooming period and consistent foliage color make it a valuable addition to both formal and informal garden settings.
DESCRIPTION
Calluna vulgaris 'Firefly' is a compact cultivar of the heather plant, known for its bright and vibrant foliage. The plant features small, needle-like leaves that shift from a rich green to hues of golden yellow during the warmer months, often turning to a deep red during the fall and winter. This seasonal color change adds visual interest throughout the year. 'Firefly' blooms in late summer to early fall, producing small, pinkish-purple flowers that cover the plant in delicate clusters, enhancing its ornamental appeal.
Native to Europe, this cultivar is particularly popular for its low-growing, dense habit, making it a great choice for ground cover or adding vibrant color to borders and containers. The plant's long blooming period and consistent foliage color make it a valuable addition to both formal and informal garden settings.
DESCRIPTION
Calluna vulgaris 'Firefly' is a compact cultivar of the heather plant, known for its bright and vibrant foliage. The plant features small, needle-like leaves that shift from a rich green to hues of golden yellow during the warmer months, often turning to a deep red during the fall and winter. This seasonal color change adds visual interest throughout the year. 'Firefly' blooms in late summer to early fall, producing small, pinkish-purple flowers that cover the plant in delicate clusters, enhancing its ornamental appeal.
Native to Europe, this cultivar is particularly popular for its low-growing, dense habit, making it a great choice for ground cover or adding vibrant color to borders and containers. The plant's long blooming period and consistent foliage color make it a valuable addition to both formal and informal garden settings.
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Family: Ericaceae
Height: 18 to 20 inches
Width: 18 to 20 inches
Foliage color: Bright chartreuse and primrose yellow in spring, transitioning to brilliant shades of orange and red in early fall
Flower color: Bright purple-pink
Bloom time: Late summer
Light requirements: Full sun to part shade
Water requirements: Average
Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
