Hebe diosmifolia ‘Mauve’
Description:
A compact, evergreen native shrub with small, narrow, glossy green leaves. In spring through summer it produces soft mauve to lilac flowers, held in delicate clusters that attract bees and butterflies. Its neat, bushy form makes it ideal for both ornamental planting and low-maintenance landscapes.
Height:
60 – 80 cm
Width:
80 – 100 cm
Position:
Full sun to light partial shade, prefers a sheltered site,
Soil:
Well-drained soil is essential, adaptable to sandy, loamy, or slightly clay soils,
Uses:
· Low hedging or edging
· Rockeries and mixed shrub borders
· Coastal gardens (salt-tolerant)
· Containers or small gardens
· Attracts pollinators
Care tips:
· Water regularly when newly planted, but once established it is drought-tolerant
· Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness
· Apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth and flowering
· Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
· Protect from heavy frost when young
· Hebes are generally hardy but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
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