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Erica x darleyensis 'Kramer's Red'

Kramer's Red Winter Heath

Erica x darleyensis 'Kramer's Red'
Family
Ericaceae
Height
12 to 18 inches
Width
18 to 24 inches
Flower color
Deep magenta-pink flowers
Foliage color
Dark green
Bloom time
Winter to early spring
Light
Full sun to partial shade
Water
Moderate
Maintenance
Low; trim back after blooming to maintain shape
Growing zone
Zones 6-8
Wildlife
Attracts bees and other pollinators

About this plant

Erica x darleyensis 'Kramer's Red' is a vibrant winter-blooming heather that produces a profusion of magenta-pink flowers from late autumn through early spring. The bell-shaped blooms cover the plant's wiry stems, creating a vivid contrast against the finely textured, dark green foliage, which takes on a bronzy tint during colder months.

This cultivar originates from hybridization efforts to enhance year-round interest and cold tolerance in heathers. 'Kramer's Red' is an excellent choice for adding color to winter gardens, rockeries, or borders. Its long flowering season and evergreen nature ensure it remains a reliable source of visual appeal during the year's cooler months.

Works well in

Rock Gardens · Slopes & Banks · Pathways & Walkways · Pollinator Gardens

Companion plants

Snowdrops · Dwarf conifers · Sea thrifts · Creeping phlox · Hellebores · Dwarf rhododendrons

Design tip

Repeat broad drifts near entrances or patios where colorful winter blooms can be appreciated during the colder months. Layer evergreen companions with contrasting forms to create lasting structure while ensuring the landscape remains attractive long after flowering has finished.