Calluna vulgaris |Firefly|

Calluna vulgaris 'Firefly' (Heather) is one of the most colorful and attractive Heathers you can find. Its semi-double, vibrant deep mauve flowers, on display for many weeks in late summer (Aug-Sept), are among the showiest of all Heathers. Wait until you see its foliage that changes through the seasons: bright chartreuse and primrose yellow in spring, whose color intensifies in early fall as it gradually acquires brilliant shades of orange and red until late fall - early winter when the entire plant turns a spectacular, glimmering brick-red.

• Grows up to 18-20 in. tall and wide (45-50 cm).
• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society for its outstanding qualities
• Performs best in full sun in sandy or gravelly, acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Part shade is welcomed in hot summer areas. Moist and cool climates are preferred. Do not let the soil dry out! Protect your plants from strong winds. Mulch with peat moss.
• Easy to grow, this plant is a welcomed addition to rock gardens, slopes, and cottage gardens. Excellent as a groundcover.

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Requirement
Hardiness	4,5,6
Heat Zones	5,6,7
Climate Zones	2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, 2A, 2B, 3A, 1A, 3B
Plant Type	Shrubs
Plant Family	Ericaceae
Exposure	Full Sun
Season of Interest	Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height	1' - 2'
Spread	1' - 2'
Water Needs	Average
Maintenance	Low
Soil Type	Clay, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Deer Tolerant
Garden Styles	City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage
Planting Place	Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders