Arnelia Erica

ARNELIA ERICA 

Ericas are beautiful fynbos plants that thrive in Western Cape gardens but can also be grown in inland gardens if you choose the right varieties. There are over 700 species of ericas, of which at least 50 are ideal for planting in the garden.

Careful watering is half the secret of successful erica cultivation. Ericas growing in the wild are often found at high altitudes where the south-east winds bring clouds that provide moisture in summer and rain in winter. In the winter rainfall areas of the country, water ericas during the summer if you want them to remain healthy. In the summer rainfall regions, make sure they are well watered during the dry winter months.