{"product_id":"calluna-vulgaris-beauty-ladies®-rood-red-heather","title":"Calluna vulgaris 'Beauty Ladies® Rood' – Red Heather","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith vibrant red-pink flower spikes and dense, evergreen foliage, Calluna vulgaris ‘Beauty Ladies® Rood’ is a bold addition to late-season displays. Part of the renowned ‘Beauty Ladies®’ range, this variety is known for its long flowering period, compact growth, and strong colour retention. Perfect for pots, edging, or mass planting in acidic soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalluna vulgaris ‘Beauty Ladies® Rood’, commonly known as Red Heather, brings a fiery pop of colour to borders and containers in late summer and early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Evergreen perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Bushy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers: August – October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage: Year-round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\nCalluna vulgaris ‘Beauty Ladies® Rood’ (rood = red in Dutch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\nRed Heather, Heather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies native to Europe and western Asia; this red-flowered cultivar bred in the Netherlands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\nLightly trim flowered stems in early spring – avoid cutting into woody base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\nA favourite of bees and hoverflies for late nectar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\nFull sun in well-ventilated, open sites. Good for borders, container displays, and as ground cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\nWater during dry spells in the first year. Avoid waterlogging in winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\nFree-draining, acidic soil preferred. Use ericaceous compost for pots and raised beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\nFeed in spring with a slow-release ericaceous fertiliser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\nGenerally considered non-toxic to pets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\nLooks stunning in combination with white and silver-toned plants for a vibrant contrast. Great for bee-friendly patio pots and doorstep displays.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":56940216058237,"sku":"2442681118571","price":3.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"11cm","offer_id":56792447943037,"sku":"4084888736571","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/calluna-vulgaris-beauty-ladies-rood-red-heather-7887162.jpg?v=1759409437","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/calluna-vulgaris-beauty-ladies%c2%ae-rood-red-heather","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}