Alpine heather
Erica carnea
An informal survey of the plant and animal life living in or visiting the grounds of Pointfield, Kelso since 2015
Shrubs
Low perennial heather with a profusion of small white (var. Margaret Benson) or pink (var. Pink Spangles) bell-shaped flowers borne on stems with outwardly radiating needle-like leaves. Winter-flowering.
In border by the gate at the bottom of the garden. Planted 2023.