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Andromeda polifolia

bog rosemary

Upright or semi-prostrate, evergreen shrub about 40cm tall, with wiry stems and linear, dark green leaves to 3.5cm long. White or pink flowers on slender stalks in 2-5 flowered clusters from spring to early summer

Other common names
marsh andromeda
marsh holy rose
see moremarsh rosemary
moorwort
North American wild rosemary
rhosmari gwyllt
Synonyms
Andromeda rosmarinifolia
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drained
pH
Acid
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Pink White Green
Summer Pink White Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Ericaceae
Native to the UK
Yes
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Andromeda are small evergreen shrubs of low, spreading growth, with narrow, leathery leaves and umbels of small white or pink urn-shaped flowers in spring and early summer

Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist, acid, humus-rich soil in sun, part or full shade

Propagation

Propagate by layering, softwood cuttings, and suckers

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Pruning group 10. Prune after flowering is finished, remove dead, diseased or damaged branches

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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