Cape Heath (Erica Sitiens) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Erica sitiens is an evergreen shrub native to the Cape Province, known for its needle-like leaves and clusters of small flowers adapted to arid, sandy environments.

Cape Heath

Cape Heath

Erica Sitiens

Erica sitiens is an evergreen shrub native to the Cape Province, known for its needle-like leaves and clusters of small flowers adapted to arid, sandy environments.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cape Heath

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Erica