HEBE pinguifolia 'Sutherlandii'
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HEBE pinguifolia 'Sutherlandii'
Commonly known as Shrubby veronica
Denser more rounded habit than 'Pagei' with grey-green leaves
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £11.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, downy mildew, Phytophthora root rot. -
Place of origin
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Evergreen4-ranked, leathery leaves to 1.5cm (½in) long
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White
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SpikesDense, axillary spikes to 2.5cm (1in) long
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BorderSuits a mixed or shrub border
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Height
30cm (12in) -
Spread
50-60cm (20-24in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.denser, more rounded habit than 'Pagei' .
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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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 - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilPoor to moderately fertile
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Neutral to alkaline 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 Size30cm (12in)
50-60cm (20-24in)
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Hebe - Growing Guide
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