Erica carnea Vivellii

Vivelli Heather

Erica carnea ‘Vivellii’ — commonly called Winter Heath — is a low-growing, evergreen shrub valued for its rosy-pink winter blooms and attractive bronze-tinged foliage. It forms a dense, spreading mat of fine, needle-like foliage that emerges green and develops rich bronze to reddish tones in colder weather, adding year-round interest. From mid-winter into early spring, it produces abundant, small, bell-shaped rosy-pink flowers that bring color to the winter landscape.

Mature Size:
Width: 12–24 in
Height: 6–12 in

USDA Zones: 5a–7b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, acidic soils; prefers sandy or gritty conditions
Water: Moderate; avoid wet, poorly drained soils

Wildlife: Attracts bees, especially early-season pollinators

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Low, spreading, evergreen groundcover with a fine texture
Excellent for rock gardens, slopes, edging, and mass plantings
Provides winter and early spring color
Foliage offers attractive bronze to reddish winter tones
Performs well in cooler climates and well-drained sites

Maintenance:
Shear lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth
Avoid heavy pruning into old wood
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot

Plant type

Flowering evergreen shrub

Height

6-10"

Width

12-24"

Hardiness zones

5–7

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Winter

Flower color

Fuchsia

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Soil

Acidic, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Erosion control mass planting, Erosion control slopes, Mass Planting

Shape

Ground Cover

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No