Hebe 'New Zealand' - P10.5

Description
The Hebe 'New Zealand' (Hebe) is a dense, compact small shrub that produces white flowers arranged in spikes. They appear from June to July. The Hebe 'New Zealand' also has lanceolate, greenish-yellow leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and is approx. 1 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers * heat-loving

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Hebe 'New Zealand' are greenish-yellow, lanceolate. They are about 0.5 - 10 cm in size.

Spread
New Zealand.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Hebe 'New Zealand' is a small shrub that grows densely and compactly. It usually reaches a height of 0.5 - 1 m and is approx. 0.5 - 1 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Hardy, but frost-sensitive potted plants must be winterised before the first cold days. To do this, the pot can be wrapped with fleece, coconut or straw mats, jute or bubble wrap. Evergreen plants also need to be watered on frost-free winter days. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought.

Flower
The white flowers of Hebe 'New Zealand' appear in spikes from June to July.

Use
Tubs, group planting