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HEBE
Commonly known as Shrubby veronica
All Flower JUN-OCT
Now classed as VERONICA by RHS.
Genus of about 100 species of evergreen shrubs from a wide variety of habitats ranging from rocky sites and cliffs to scrub and grassland.
They are found from coastal areas to mountain regions, mainly in New Zealand, but also in S. E. Australia, New Guinea and South America.
Can be used as hedging and ground cover in milder, coastal areas and are good container subjects. The "whipcord" types are ideal for rock gardens.
Butterflies are attracted to the tubular flowers in shades of white to pink, blue, purple or red.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Particularly attractive in winter. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, downy mildew, Phytophthora root rot. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenSmall, triangular leaves, whipcord-like stems
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White
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RacemesSmall, axillary racemes 1-2cm (½-¾in) long
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BorderSuits a mixed or shrub border
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Brown
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Height
45cm (18in) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Compact, erect, then arching, whipcord hebe.
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size45cm (18in)
60cm (24in)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Hebe - Growing Guide
