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Hebe speciosa

Veronica speciosa, New Zealand Hebe, Showy Hebe, Napuka

Hebe speciosa, commonly known as Napuka, features glossy green leaves and large spikes of showy flowers. The pretty, purple flowers are borne from summer through winter above the lush foliage. This evergreen grows with a bushy and rounded shape to about 1 m tall and the same wide. Hebe speciosa is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around outdoor living areas, or mass planted on a bank or the like for a very effective display.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asVeronica speciosa, New Zealand Hebe, Showy Hebe, Napuka

Hebe speciosa Details

Hebe speciosa, commonly known as Napuka, is a showy, NZ native shrub that features glossy green leaves and large spikes of showy flowers. The pretty, purple flowers are borne from summer through winter above the lush foliage, which together produce a very aesthetic plant. This evergreen grows with a bushy and rounded shape to about 1 m tall and the same wide, performing best when grown in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, coastal conditions, and dry periods. Hebe speciosa is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around outdoor living areas, or mass planted on a bank or the like for a very effective display.

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