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Martina

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Calluna vulgaris (L.) Hull Common heather · Ornamentals · bred by Kurt Kramer

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The Martina variety is a compact shrub with upright shoots, reaching a height of 25–30 cm and a width of 30–45 cm. The foliage is small, scale-like, and dark green. The plant is characterized by slow growth with an annual increment of about 1.5–2 cm.

The flowers are gathered in dense spike-like inflorescences and remain as closed buds of a rich dark purple or reddish-violet shade for a long time. The variety is mid-early; flowering continues from August to October.

The plant is resistant to diseases, pests, and adverse weather factors such as rain and frost. Winter hardiness corresponds to USDA zones 4–7, withstanding temperature drops down to -23°C…-29°C. It is used in landscape design and container gardening.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Kurt Kramer 83 Developed the variety
Applicant
Kurt Kramer 83 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Kurt Kramer 83 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20172837
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  1. Application filed 8 November 2017
  2. Registered 6 May 2019
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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