Suited to regions: | Subtropical, Temperate |
Plant type: | Shrubs |
Height: | 1.00 m |
Spread: | 75 cm |
Flowering time: | Spring |
Tolerances: | Coastal, Hardy |
Garden uses: | Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, White |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
“Wairua Beauty” is a NZ native shrub grown for its lovely form, foliage, and flowers. The mid-green leaves are small and slender, and held on short stems. The foliage is adorned with showy sprays of white flowers through spring which are truly outstanding. It grows with a rounded habit to about 1 m tall and 75 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site. This variety is hardy and will tolerate moderate frost, dry periods, and coastal environments. “Wairua Beauty” is commonly included in mixed and border plantings, mass planted either on a bank or as a groundcover, planted around outdoor living areas, or included in cottage or “white” gardens. The beauty and versatility of this Hebe makes it a popular choice among landscape designers.
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