description Erica mackayana Overview
Erica mackayana, commonly called Mackay's heath, is a flowering plant in the heath family Ericaceae. It has a restricted western European distribution, occurring in northwestern Spain and in parts of Ireland, where it is associated with acidic, moist heathland and related habitats. The species forms a low plant with small, bell-shaped pink flowers and is of interest to botanists, conservationists, and gardeners who work with acid soils. The name Erica mackaiana also appears in older botanical references.
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What is Erica mackayana also called?
Erica mackayana is commonly called Mackay's heath and belongs to the Ericaceae family. The plant is also listed under the synonym Erica mackaii by the Royal Horticultural Society. [Royal Horticultural Society](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/89689/erica-mackayana/details)
What do Mackay's heath flowers look like?
The plant produces clusters of bright pink or sometimes white urn-shaped flowers that are often described as bell-like. Flowering generally runs from summer into early autumn.
What growing conditions suit Erica mackayana?
It prefers full sun, acidic soil, and soil that stays moist but drains well. The RHS lists it as hardy rating H4 in United Kingdom conditions.
How large does Erica mackayana grow?
The RHS lists a typical maximum height of about 0.1 to 0.5 metres and a spread of 0.5 to 1 metre. It is an evergreen, bushy shrub and may take around 2 to 5 years to reach maturity.
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