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Cranberry Heath

Astroloma humifusum, Ericaceae

Zones
8–10
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverPest ConfuserPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Dwarf Cabbage TreeCordyline pumilio
Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing
Midyim BerryAustromyrtus dulcis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Showy Honey-myrtleMelaleuca nesophila
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Running PostmanKennedia prostrata

Both are ground-covering species that compete for the same growing space and resources

Uses

Functions

Berry ProductionGround StabilizationOrnamental

Edible Parts

Berries

Common Questions

What zones does Cranberry Heath grow in?

Cranberry Heath grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Cranberry Heath?

Good companions for Cranberry Heath include Dwarf Cabbage Tree, Midyim Berry, Showy Honey-myrtle.

Design guilds with Cranberry Heath and see companion relationships visually.

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