Andromeda

Andromeda comprises a group of evergreen shrubs with an open twiggy habit, which only thrive in acid (lime-free) humus-rich, and moist soil conditions.

The Bog Rosemary resembles Heather clothed in long, narrow, green leaves, and enjoys the same conditions as Ericas.

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Andromeda. polifolia	Form: An evergreen, open, twiggy shrub. Hardiness: Fully Hardy Height: 12-18in (30-45cm) Spread: 24in (60cm) Foliage: Having narrow, lanceolate, leathery, glossy, green leaves. Flowers: During Spring and early-Summer, producing clusters of pitcher-shaped, pink flowers.

Andromeda. polifolia 'Alba'	Form: An evergreen,twiggy shrub. Hardiness: Fully Hardy Height: 18in (45cm) Spread: 24in (60cm) Foliage: Having leathery, lance-shaped, dark-green leaves Flowers: During Spring and early-Summer, producing pitcher-shaped, white flowers.

Andromeda. polifolia 'Compacta'	Form: An evergreen, compact, twiggy shrub Hardiness: Fully Hardy Height: 6-9in (15-23cm) Spread: 12in (30cm) Foliage: Having lance-shaped, glossy, dark-green leaves. Flowers: During Spring and early-Summer, producing delicate clusters of pitcher-shaped, coral pink flowers, with white undertones.

Cultivation: -

Grow in moist, acid soil, with plenty of well-rotted organic matter added to it. Andromeda enjoy either full-sun or partial shade.