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HEBE albicans 'Red Edge'
Commonly known as Shrubby veronica
Dense blue-grey leaves margined red in winter. Lilac-white flowers
Further Reading....
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EvergreenLeaves to 2cm (¾in) long.
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetLilac white -
Height45cm (18in) -
Spread60cm (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, mound forming shrub.
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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) -
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Partial shade
HEBE albicans 'Red Edge'
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesAphids, leaf spot, downy mildew, Phytophthora root rot.
Place of originGarden origin.UK. G. Hutchins. County Park Nursery. Essex. -
Flower ShapeRacemesShort, terminal racemes to 3cm (1¼in) longTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable 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.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilPrefers poor to moderately fertileNeutral to alkaline soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendly
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Hebe - Growing Guide
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45cm (18in)
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60cm (24in) |
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