Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Erica x darleyensis 'Kramer's Red'
Kramer's Red Winter Heath

- 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.
