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HEBE 'Caledonia'
Commonly known as Shrubby veronica
Red tinted young leaves and spikes of violet flowers
£17.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Makes a decorative container plant. Wildlife plant - insects. Requires little pruning. Good for coastal exposure and pollution -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, Phytophthora root rot, downy mildew -
Place of origin
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EvergreenLeaves to 2.5cm (1in) long
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetViolet flowers -
SpikesAxillary spikes to 5cm (2in) long
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
60cm (24in) -
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, rounded shrub
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
60cm (24in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or shrub borderPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardens
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Pruning group
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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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilPoor or moderately fertileNeutral to alkaline soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Hebe - Growing Guide
