Hebe albicans

Name: Hebe albicans
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10312j
Price: 57.12 NZD
Availability: InStock

Shrub Speedwell, Veronica albicans, White Flowering Hebe, New Zealand Lilac

Hebe albicans is a NZ native shrub that features showy clusters of small white flowers during summer. The foliage comprises short and thick, grey-green leaves held densely on short stems which complements the flowers nicely as it grows to 40 cm tall and 60 cm wide. Hebe albicans is a great plant for borders, mixed plantings, lining walkways, for growing in a container, or mass planting on a bank or the like.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	40 cm
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Shrub Speedwell, Veronica albicans, White Flowering Hebe, New Zealand Lilac

What are the garden uses for Hebe albicans in NZ?

Hebe albicans is a much-loved shrub in NZ gardens. It is most commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, maintained in a container, planted around outdoor living areas, or mass planted on a bank. It is a great complement to a modern and native garden where it brings colour, texture, and elegance to a space. This NZ native is a hardy plant and is popular with landscape designers.

Hebe albicans growth rate

Hebe albicans has a medium growth rate and reaches its mature size in about 3-5 years depending on the growing conditions. The growth rate is influenced by factors such as sunlight, temperature, soil conditions, and the level of care the plant receives. The fastest growth rates will occur in full sun on a well-drained site that does not dry out during summer. Further, adding fertiliser and watering the plants will also speed things along.

Hebe albicans plant care

The most important part of caring for Hebe albicans is to make sure they have a well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged at any time. This, along with over-watering, are the main causes of plants to fail to perform or die. The plants can be lightly trimmed any time but this is best undertaken in summer. The final elements are to feed the plants in spring with a general fertiliser and keep an eye on watering so they do not dry out. Keep an eye out for scale insect and mealy bugs and treat with an appropriate agrichemical if necessary.

Hebe albicans for sale in NZ

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What size does Hebe albicans grow to?

Hebe albicans grows as a bushy, evergreen shrub to 30-50 cm tall and 50-80 cm wide. It tends to grow taller in partial shade conditions compared to when grown in full sun. Similarly, the size also depends on the level of trimming and how well the plant is cared for with regards to fertiliser and watering during dry periods.