Heather
(Calluna vulgaris)
 
Small, single or double flowers appear in midsummer in 1- to 4-inch clusters.  Many varieties.   Flower colors include rose, purple, pink, white, and coral.  Foliage is green or yellow, changing to bronze in the fall.
 
Zone: 5
Light and Soil: Full sun.  Tolerant of most soil types; prefers slightly acid soil.
Height: 3'
 
Comments
Use in beds, foundation plantings, rock gardens, or as a ground cover.  Mulch for best results.  Prune in early spring before new growth begins.