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Heliohebe hulkeana

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Bushy shrub with long branches. Oblong glossy dark green leaves with reddish margins. In spring beautiful large branched sprays of pale lilac flowers make a great show. It will grow in sun or semi-shade, best in well drained soil, in a warm site. Hardy to exposed and coastal sites. Will not grow well in a humid climate. Occurs naturally in Marlborough. Lightly prune to shape. Remove old flower heads for best results. A treasure.

Genus

Heliohebe

Species hulkeana

Cultivar

Common name

Hebe, New Zealand Lilac

Family name

Scrophulariaceae

Place of origin

New Zealand

DETAILS

Height

50 cm

Width

50 cm

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Evergreen

Soil Type

Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil

Moisture

Tolerates dry soils

Exposure

Avoid humid conditions / Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts

Garden Style

Enthusiast / Indigenous / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Whimsical

Plant Type

Shrubs