Heaths and Heathers: Erica x darleyensis 'Kramers Rote'

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'Kramers Rote' is an outstanding cultivar with very dark bronze/green foliage year-round with dense branching. The dark reddish flowers that heavily adorn each stem are complimented by the foliage color. A deliberate cross between E. carnea and E. erigena. Flower buds are formed in the summer months and start to show color in January. If covered with snow, the buds will not continue to bloom until exposed to the sun. A favorite in the winter landscape. Thrives in full or at least a half day sun with a S.E. exposure and a well drained, slightly acidic soil with plenty of organic matter to retain moisture. Excellent in mass plantings with other Heaths and Heathers or in the rock garden. Cut back only if needed to keep in bounds.