Perennial evergreen shrub
Calluna vulgaris - Ling
Ornamental herb requiring a lime free soil attracts wildlife, a very useful herb. A medicinal herb and also used for Heather Honey! a tea can be made from the flowering stems and, from the flowers was once produced a mead. Medicinal uses are for treating, coughs, colds, infections and also used in homeopathy. The plant can be used for hedging as a low hedge for flower beds, a dye plant, basketry and tanning. Sow seed @ 20-25 deg C on the compost surface in greenhouse during February under shaded conditions. Seed can take over two months to germinate and is erratic. Grow in acidic soil in full sun to partial shade.

General Sowing information: Herb seeds can be sown from early spring onwards, when the ground has warmed up they can be direct sown. All herbs come complete with germination instructions.