Portuguese Heath (Noun)
Meaning
Erect dense shrub native to western Iberian peninsula having profuse white or pink flowers; naturalized in southwestern England.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Portuguese heath has been introduced to gardens in various parts of the world due to its vibrant and showy flowers.
- In southwestern England, Portuguese heath can often be found in sandy areas, thriving in well-drained soil with full sun.
- Erica lusitanica, also known as Portuguese heath, is utilized in gardens for its stunning displays of flowers and hardy characteristics.
- Portuguese heath provides a burst of color during winter when its delicate white or pale pink flowers bloom amidst the otherwise dormant landscape.
- Native to the western Iberian Peninsula, Portuguese heath grows densely and uprightly, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its bushy appearance.