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Name: hebe, Hebe species and varieties.
Height: from small, tight shrubs of less than 0.5m to very large shrubs of 3m+.
Foliage: evergreen, glossy, dark green. Varieties with variegation and grey- and pink-tinged foliage are available.
Climate: prefers cold temperate, warm temperate, sub-tropical and tropical regions. Some are frost sensitive, but there are varieties that will tolerate frosts.
Soil: prefers deep, well-drained soil, but is adaptable to most soil types.
Position: full sun or light shade.
Flowering and fruiting: showy clusters of small pink, white, blue or purple flowers.
Feeding: regular feeding with a balanced, controlled-release fertiliser.
Watering: young plants require reliable watering as they become established. Older plants will need supplemental watering in dry periods.
Hebe is an evergreen shrub that varies depending on the species or variety. There are some that look like small conifers and have tiny, scale-like leaves. Most are mid-range shrubs with glossy dark-green foliage. There are forms that have variegated leaves with creamy margins and also some with pink-tinged foliage. Others even feature both these colours.
The flowers are held in cones at the top of the foliage and are generally quite showy and long-lasting. Again, colour depends on the variety, with white and blue the most common, although pinks and purples are available too.
Hebe makes a great beginner’s plant, as it is easy to grow and quite showy. Hebe can be used to fill in gaps in older gardens or to give quick impact to new ones. Because of its compact habit, it is often used as a formal feature, such as lining a path or edging a garden bed.
Hebe is an easy-care plant that comes in a vast array of forms. Many are good for coastal gardens, but not all will tolerate frosts, so always check the label or ask staff in your local nursery for advice. The eventual size of the hebe will depend on the variety, so it is always worth checking this as well.
Once your hebe has finished flowering, give it a very light overall clip using hedge shears or hedge trimmers. This will remove the dead flower heads and also help to keep the tight foliage shape of the plant.
Hebe is generally a pretty reliable plant with few problems. Keep a watch out for scale insects and apply a garden oil if you spot them. In humid areas, mildew on the leaves can sometimes develop. This can be controlled with a fungicide.
Lavender: an evergreen shrub with purple flowers and scented foliage.
Daisy: a reliable flowering evergreen shrub in a range of colours.
Buddleia: sweetly scented flowers on a quick-growing shrub.
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