HEBE pimeleoides 'Quicksilver'
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HEBE pimeleoides 'Quicksilver'
Commonly known as Shrubby veronica
Small grey-blue leaves and violet flowers. Spreading dwarf habit.
£14.50
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, Phytophthora root rot, downy mildew -
Place of origin
New Zealand (South Island) -
EvergreenOvate to narrowly lance-shaped, leathery leaves to 1cm (½in) long with narrow red margins
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Spikes
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Patio / pot plants
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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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Height
30cm (12in) -
Spread
80cm (32in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Rounded shrub. Produces small flowers in axillary spikes to 1cm (½in), or more,
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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 -
Summer 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
Shelter from cold winds -
Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size30cm (12in)
80cm (32in)
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