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Plant Profiles / Hebe
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Hebe
Veronica (formerly Hebe) hybrids · Shrubby veronica
Compact evergreen shrubs with bottlebrush-like flower spikes in purple, pink and white.
Sun to part shadeLight
WeeklyWater
EasyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Sun to part shade
ShadeFull sun
Sun.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Moderate.
Humidity
Adaptable
LowHigh
Adaptable.
Temperature
-5–32°C (23–90°F)
CoolWarm
Hardy.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
50 cm–1 m.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Spring
RarelyOften
Light.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Safe.
About this plant
From New Zealand. Handles coastal wind; trim after flowering.
Best spots
Balcony pots and coastal gardens.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Veronica (formerly Hebe) hybrids |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Origin | New Zealand |
| Plant type | Shrub |
| Mature size | 50 cm–1 m |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Flowers | Spikes |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Flowering
Trim
FloweringTrim
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Leggy | Trim. |
| Rot | Wet. |
| Leaf spot | Airflow. |
| Few | Sun. |
| Heat | Shade. |
Common questions
Coastal?
Yes.
Pets?
Safe.
Bees?
Yes.
Trim?
After flowering.
