Erica cerinthioides Red is a compact evergreen shrub with fine, dark green needle-like foliage carried on upright stems. Each stem is tipped with clusters of vivid red tubular flowers, creating a bright display over the cooler months.

Best grown in a warm, sunny position with well-drained soil, it is well suited to rockeries, borders and containers. Tolerant of light frost, it responds well to trimming after flowering to maintain a neat, compact shape.