Common heather Skyline Las Vegas orange - seedlings

Heather Skyline Las Vegas orange

Skyline Las Vegas is a low plant reaching a maximum height of 40 cm. It has dense, upright shoots with leaves of an intense orange colour, which gives the plant a unique appearance. In the colder season the shade becomes warmer. The colour and habit of the plant compensate for its lack of flowering and the evergreen leaves allow you to enjoy its charm throughout the whole year.

Growing Las Vegas heather

• Position: this shrub feels best in a position in full sun, which additionally highlights its characteristic colour.
• Soil: it is worth making sure that the plant grows in light, permeable soil with an acidic reaction (pH should be between 3.5 and 5).
• Watering: heather requires moist, not waterlogged soil, the plant should be watered regularly while checking the moisture of the soil.

Heather seedlings Las Vegas - plants with uncomplicated care

Care of orange heather is simple and will not cause problems even for beginner gardeners. You only need to remember about annual spring pruning of the plant - at the turn of March and April, shaping pruning should be carried out by shortening the shoots by 1/3 of their length. Thanks to this treatment the plants will make their shoots denser and keep their compact form. Heather does not require fertilizing, however it is worth supporting the plant with fertilizers intended for heather plants - they will help maintain the correct pH of the soil and support the development of the plant.

An interesting accent for every garden

Heather Skyline Las Vegas is an ideal choice for people looking for an interesting accent for their garden arrangements. Thanks to its unique orange foliage, low care requirements and evergreen leaves, the shrub will add warm colours to the garden even on cold days. Heather Skyline Las Vegas changes its colour from green through orange to a light brown shade - thanks to this the plant constantly surprises, which adds to its charm.