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Hebe Special Mix
Hebe (mixed varieties)
2L pot • Supplied approximately 25cm tall
Plant Highlights: Mixed selection of evergreen hebes • Compact, bushy growth • Seasonal flowering • Excellent for borders and containers • Easy to grow and maintain
Overview
This Hebe Special Mix contains a selection of evergreen Hebe varieties chosen for their attractive foliage, compact habit and reliable garden performance. While individual varieties may differ in leaf shape, flower colour and overall size, all provide year-round structure with neat evergreen foliage and seasonal flower displays.
Ideal for patios, borders and container planting, these versatile shrubs are well suited to Irish gardens. Their naturally tidy growth makes them useful as low-maintenance feature plants, edging shrubs or colourful additions to mixed planting schemes.
Why We Love It
- Mixed selection offering seasonal variety.
- Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest.
- Compact habit suits borders and containers.
- Easy to grow in a wide range of garden settings.
- Attractive addition to wildlife-friendly planting.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Hebe (mixed varieties) |
| Common Name | Hebe |
| Plant Type | Evergreen shrub |
| Foliage | Evergreen foliage, varying between varieties |
| Flower | Flower colour and form vary according to the variety supplied |
| Flowering Period | Flowers during the growing season, depending on the variety |
| Growth Habit | Compact, bushy shrub |
| Position | Full sun or partial shade |
| Soil | Fertile, well-drained soil |
| Mature Height | Varies according to the variety supplied |
| Mature Spread | Varies according to the variety supplied |
| Hardiness | Suitable for outdoor cultivation in most Irish gardens. Provide a sheltered position and free-draining soil, particularly in colder or more exposed locations. |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in full sun or partial shade. A sheltered location encourages healthy growth and helps protect evergreen foliage from cold, drying winds.
Watering
Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, water during extended dry periods, especially for container-grown plants.
Soil
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged waterlogging, particularly during winter.
Hardiness and Winter Care
Most hebes perform well outdoors in Ireland when planted in a sheltered position with good drainage. Container-grown plants may benefit from additional protection during severe or prolonged frosts.
Routine Care
Remove faded flower spikes where practical and lightly trim after flowering to maintain a compact, bushy shape. Avoid hard pruning into old woody stems.
Perfect For
- Mixed borders.
- Patio pots and containers.
- Courtyard gardens.
- Low evergreen planting.
- Wildlife-friendly gardens.
Good to Know
This product is supplied as a mixed selection of Hebe varieties. Foliage colour, flower colour, flowering period and eventual size will vary depending on the individual plant supplied. Care requirements are broadly the same across the range.
Product Information
- Botanical name: Hebe (mixed varieties)
- Supplied in a 2L nursery pot.
- Supplied approximately 25cm tall.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Free draining
- Flowering
- Growing season
- Foliage
- evergreen
Useful to know
Good for containersGood for borders
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