Aug 24, 2025 · Heather is a small, woody shrub known for its vibrant pink-purple flowers that bloom from midsummer to early fall. Often referred to as Scotch heather or ling, this perennial …

heather, (Calluna vulgaris), low evergreen shrub of the heath family (Ericaceae), widespread in western Europe and Asia, North America, and Greenland. It is the chief vegetation on many …

Calluna heathers are called summer or autumn heathers and can be identified by their smaller, 1/10th of an inch, medium green, scale-like leaves which are in opposite pairs and the rosy to …

Jun 4, 2025 · Heather species, including both Calluna vulgaris and Erica varieties, represent resilient flowering plants native to moorlands and heathlands across Europe. These evergreen …

Jan 23, 2022 · Heather plants belong to the family Ericaceae, and they are perennial plants having evergreen foliage and flowering between April to August. They grow from about 4-20 …

May 21, 2025 · What is a heather plant? Common name in English: Heather, common heather, ling. Scientific name: Calluna vulgaris (L.) Hull. The name of the genus “ Calluna ” comes from …

"Heather is an abundantly flowering, low shrub in the heath family. It is famous for the carpets of purplish flowers that enliven the Scottish moors (and other parts of Europe) in the summer. Its …

Apr 9, 2025 · Heather, a common name for various species of small shrubs, is known for its beautiful flowers and hardy nature. Found in many parts of the world, it has a rich history and a …

Apr 5, 2024 · Heather, scientifically known as Calluna vulgaris, is a small evergreen shrub native to Europe and parts of Asia. This plant is a member of the Ericaceae family, which includes …

Dec 6, 2016 · The meaning of HEATHER is heath; especially : a common Eurasian heath (Calluna vulgaris) of northern and alpine regions that has small crowded sessile leaves and …