St. Dabeoc's Heath (Daboecia Cantabrica) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Daboecia cantabrica is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub with small, shiny dark green leaves and urn-shaped flowers ranging in color from white to purple.

St. Dabeoc's Heath

St. Dabeoc's Heath

Daboecia Cantabrica

Daboecia cantabrica is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub with small, shiny dark green leaves and urn-shaped flowers ranging in color from white to purple.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for St. Dabeoc's Heath

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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St. Dabeoc's Heath
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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Daboecia