Luca Scotch Heather (Calluna vulgaris Beauty Ladies® ‘Luca’) captivates gardeners with an abundance of showy purple blooms that persist from summer into late fall. Its semi-upright form creates a dense, mounding habit, offering a neat silhouette and year-round visual interest. With golden foliage that shifts to orange and red in cooler weather, this heather provides multi-season color unlike many other flowering shrubs. Deemed deer-resistant and exceptionally long-blooming, Luca stands out in borders, containers, or in groups for a striking mass display.
Beyond its beautiful blooms, Luca Scotch Heather features evergreen foliage that retains charm even when blossoms fade. Its low-maintenance, drought-tolerant nature makes it an ideal candidate for rock gardens or slopes where other shrubs may struggle. Protected from harsh winter winds, it grows best in temperate regions and appreciates light pruning. Use it to form petite hedges, accent your favorite perennials, or brighten a porch container with consistent, cheerful color.
Luca Scotch Heather Care
Plant Luca Scotch Heather in full sun to partial shade, ensuring at least four hours of direct sunlight per day. Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil with moderate moisture; avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent root issues. Water regularly the first season to establish roots, then reduce watering once the plant is settled. An annual application of organic fertilizer in early spring helps maintain vigorous growth, although excessive feeding can lead to leggy stems. A thin layer of mulch helps conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, benefiting long-term health.
After blooming, light pruning can help preserve shape and remove spent flowers. Clip only the tips of the stems to avoid damaging older wood, which may not regenerate easily. Consider providing winter protection if you live in very cold regions, such as wrapping the plant or placing windbreaks. Container-grown heathers can be moved to a sheltered spot when temperatures plunge.
Luca Scotch Heather Spacing
Space plants about 2 to 3 feet apart when forming a low hedge or mass planting, ensuring adequate airflow and coverage. For single container displays, choose a pot at least 12 inches wide and deep, leaving space for root development and providing stability against wind.
- SKU:
- 1231020375-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations