The C.D. Eason has bright magenta, bell-shaped flowers over dark green foliage and makes a good ground cover.  Heather is the more common name for the plant Erica.

Bloom Time:  Summer.

Growth Habit:  Low-growing, 10″ in height, 18-20″ in width.

Foliage:  Dark Green.

Sun/Shade:  Sun, Partial Shade.

Hardiness Zones:  5.