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Erica x darleyensis Mediterranean Pink
Common Name: Mediterranean Pink Heath
Erica × darleyensis ‘Mediterranean Pink’ — commonly called Darley Dale Heath — is a low-growing, evergreen shrub valued for its long-lasting winter blooms and adaptable nature. It forms a dense, spreading mound of fine, needle-like dark green foliage that may develop bronze tones in colder weather, adding year-round interest. From mid-winter into early spring, it produces abundant, small, bell-shaped soft pink flowers that provide reliable color during the colder months. Mature Size: Width: 18–30 in Height: 12–18 in USDA Zones: 5a–8b Light: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Well-drained soils; more tolerant of neutral to slightly alkaline soils than other heathers Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but requires good drainage Wildlife: Attracts bees, especially early-season pollinators Features & Landscape Uses: Form: Low, spreading, evergreen shrub with a mounding habit Excellent for mass plantings, slopes, edging, and rock gardens Provides dependable winter to early spring color More adaptable to a wider range of soils than many heathers Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest Maintenance: Shear lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth Avoid heavy pruning into old wood Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
| Plant Type: | Flowering evergreen shrub |
| Width: | 18-30" |
| Height: | 12-18'' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 5 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Attract: | Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Winter |
| Landscape/Use: | Container |
| Shape: | Low Mounding |
| Soil Type | Well Drained, Alkaline |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |