Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Lynn Scotch Heather (Calluna vulgaris Beauty Ladies® ‘Lynn’) infuses the late-season landscape with soft purple blooms and lush, evergreen foliage. Rising only 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a dense, semi-upright clump, producing showy blossoms from summer into fall. Its dark green leaves intensify in color as cooler weather approaches, adding layers of visual appeal. This hardy shrub thrives where other flowering plants struggle, thanks to its tolerance for poor soils and deer resistance.
In addition to its floral beauty, Lynn Scotch Heather is remarkably low-maintenance. Native to temperate regions, it adapts easily to mild climates and performs well in containers or garden beds. Its evergreen foliage keeps gardens looking fresh even in colder months, offering interest long after other perennials have faded. Excellent for mass plantings, rock gardens, or borders, this Scotch heather provides color, texture, and year-round structure.
Lynn Scotch Heather Care
Plant Lynn Scotch Heather in full to partial sun, aiming for at least four hours of daily light. Provide acidic, well-drained soil, such as a mix formulated for rhododendrons, or amend your garden bed with peat moss if necessary. Keep soil evenly moist during the first growing season, then reduce watering once established, as it tolerates mild drought. A light application of an acidic fertilizer in early spring keeps growth strong, though excessive feeding may reduce flowering and lead to leggy growth. Mulching around the root zone preserves moisture and helps control weeds.
Light pruning after the main bloom flush maintains a compact shape and encourages fresh growth. Remove faded flowers if a tidy appearance is desired, though leaving them can provide winter interest. In colder regions, shield young plants from harsh winds or strong freezes. Container-grown specimens may need occasional repotting into a slightly larger pot or fresh potting mix.
Lynn Scotch Heather Spacing
When creating a low hedge or mass planting, allow 2 to 3 feet between each plant to form a cohesive display without crowding. For container cultivation, select a pot at least 12 inches wide, ensuring sufficient root space and good drainage. This spacing and container size encourage healthy root development and better overall growth in the long term.
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Beauty Ladies® Lynn Scotch Heather Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 7 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 1-2 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 2-3 Feet
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Growth Habit
- , Upright
- Water Needs
- Dry
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Purple
- Flower Description
- Purple Shades
- Bloom Time
- Late Summer to Fall
- Blooms On
-
New Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Late winter to early spring, before new growth starts
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Dark green scale-like leaves turning bronzy-purple in winter
- Foliage Type
- , Evergreen
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 3 Season Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Lynn Scotch Heather
- Also Known As
- Lynn Scotch Heather, Beauty Ladies' Lynn Heather
- Botanical Name
- Calluna vulgaris 'Lynn'
- Brand
- Proven Winners
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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.
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
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
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
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
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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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