Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Erica carnea ‘Nathalie’
Nathalie Winter Heath
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Height
- 6 to 12 inches
- Width
- 6 to 12 inches
- Flower color
- Soft, pale pink
- Foliage color
- Deep green
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Drought tolerant once established
- Maintenance
- Minimal pruning to maintain shape
- Growing zone
- 5 to 8
- Wildlife
- Bees and other pollinators
About this plant
Erica carnea 'Nathalie' is an attractive cultivar of winter heath, prized for its charming appearance and hardy nature. Its needle-like foliage is a vibrant, deep green color, providing year-round interest to the garden. In late winter to early spring, 'Nathalie' bursts into a profusion of small, bell-shaped flowers that completely cover the plant. These blossoms are a soft, pale pink hue, creating a lovely contrast against the green foliage. The blooms persist for several weeks, offering a welcome splash of color during the dreary winter months.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade and preferring well-drained, acidic soil, it is drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for rock gardens, slopes, or containers where its low, spreading habit can be showcased. 'Nathalie' is a great option for gardeners looking to add color and texture to their winter landscape.
Works well in
Rock Gardens · Slopes & Banks · Containers · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Candytufts · Blue oat grasses · Rockroses · Japanese maples · Lavender · Hellebores
Design tip
Repeat low mounds along pathways or stone walls to create flowing ribbons of evergreen texture throughout the year. Grouping several plants together strengthens the winter display while defining edges and softening the transition between hardscape and surrounding plantings.
