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Bell Heather
Erica cinerea
In the United States:
Introduced
· also called twisted heath
Evergreen low shrub producing urn-shaped flowers that supply nectar and pollen to honeybees and other pollinators during summer. Peak bloom occurs mid-summer on acid, well-drained soils in full sun; plants tolerate poor soils but require good drainage and may need protection from desiccating winds while establishing.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–September |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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