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(Phyllodoce empetriformis)
Pink Mountainheath (Phyllodoce empetriformis)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Lake Jackson, Texas
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 8" - 153" | 54" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 40°F - 92°F | 91°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | -22°F - 37°F | 44°F | OK, but your winter temperatures are warmer than normal for this plant | OK |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Phyllodoce empetriformis, commonly known as Pink Mountainheath or Mountain Heath, is an evergreen subshrub native to alpine and subalpine regions, as well as coniferous forests in the Western United States and Canada. It typically grows to a height of 4-15 inches (not feet) and a width of 0.5-3 feet, forming a low, mat-like ground cover. The leaves of this plant are small, scale-like, and roll under themselves, resembling pine needles, which is an adaptation to its harsh native environment.
Pink Mountainheath is valued for its ornamental qualities, including its bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple that bloom from late spring to early summer. The flowers are clustered at the end of the stems in leaf axils and are quite showy, attracting pollinators such as bees. This plant is used in rock gardens, alpine gardens, and as ground cover in areas with cool summers. It prefers acidic, well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from part shade to full sun, although it thrives best in part shade. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Pink Mountainheath is valued for its ornamental qualities, including its bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple that bloom from late spring to early summer. The flowers are clustered at the end of the stems in leaf axils and are quite showy, attracting pollinators such as bees. This plant is used in rock gardens, alpine gardens, and as ground cover in areas with cool summers. It prefers acidic, well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of light conditions from part shade to full sun, although it thrives best in part shade. While it is generally low-maintenance, it can suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub, Shrub
- Height: 4-15 feet
- Width: 0.5-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: Pink
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to alpine and subalpine regions, as well as coniferous forests in the Western United States and Canada
Other Names
Common Names: Mountain Heath, Red Mountainheath, Pink Mountain-Heather
Scientific Names: Phyllodoce empetriformis, Bryanthus empetriformis, Menziesia empetriformis, Menziesia grahamii
GBIF Accepted Name: Phyllodoce empetriformis (Sm.) D.Don