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HEBE 'Wiri Charm'
Commonly known as Shrubby veronica
Bright rose-purple flowers over a long period
£14.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, downy mildew, Phytophthora root rot -
Place of origin
Garden origin. New Zealand. Jack Hobbs, Auckland Regional Botanic Gardens -
EvergreenLeaves 3-4cm (1¼-1½in) long.
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetRose purple -
Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuits a mixed or shrub border
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
75cm (30in) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact small and bushy
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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) -
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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Mature Size75cm (30in)
1.2m (4ft)
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