Daboecia × scotica 'William Buchanan'
Irish heath 'William Buchanan'
A low, spreading habit makes this evergreen heather a useful choice for adding year-round structure to rockeries, heath gardens and...
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Plant description
A low, spreading habit makes this evergreen heather a useful choice for adding year-round structure to rockeries, heath gardens and the front of borders.
Small, glossy dark green leaves cover the fine stems, while clusters of deep red-purple, urn-shaped flowers provide a strong splash of colour from late spring through autumn. The long flowering period makes Daboecia × scotica 'William Buchanan' particularly useful for extending seasonal interest when many other plants are starting to fade.
Grow it in acidic or neutral, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, where its compact form can spread naturally without taking over.
Small, glossy dark green leaves cover the fine stems, while clusters of deep red-purple, urn-shaped flowers provide a strong splash of colour from late spring through autumn. The long flowering period makes Daboecia × scotica 'William Buchanan' particularly useful for extending seasonal interest when many other plants are starting to fade.
Grow it in acidic or neutral, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, where its compact form can spread naturally without taking over.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Daboecia × scotica William Buchanan:
Plant in full sun in moist but well-drained, preferably acidic soil. It can tolerate neutral soil, but avoid chalky or strongly alkaline ground. Add ericaceous compost when planting if the soil is unsuitable, and mulch with leaf mould or other acidic organic matter to help retain moisture.
Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry spells, particularly on lighter soils. Once established, it needs little feeding.
Trim lightly after flowering to maintain its compact, spreading shape, taking care not to cut back into old, woody stems.
Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry spells, particularly on lighter soils. Once established, it needs little feeding.
Trim lightly after flowering to maintain its compact, spreading shape, taking care not to cut back into old, woody stems.
