[Arisaema-l] Epacris

[John Allman]

Epacris are a group of native plants sometimes called Australian Heaths. They are a tough plant with Epacris impressa  being one of the more popular species.

Although promoted as garden plants,many varieties are also well suited to container growing.

Epacris impressa is available in both pink and white flowering forms, flowering from late winter to spring. A small shrub to around 1m. This is thee floral emblem of Victoria.

Epacris longifolia with its elongated ftubular flowers will reach around 1 - 1.5m in height. Lipstick red to pink flowers with white tips.

Bothe species prefer a cool root run, part shade in hot climates.