Pink Swamp-heath (Sprengelia Incarnata) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

An erect, glabrous shrub with sharply-pointed, stem-clasping, egg-shaped leaves and clusters of pink, tube-shaped flowers.

Pink Swamp-heath

Pink Swamp-heath

Sprengelia Incarnata

An erect, glabrous shrub with sharply-pointed, stem-clasping, egg-shaped leaves and clusters of pink, tube-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator support, moisture garden

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pink Swamp-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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Pink Swamp-heath
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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Sprengelia