short tubed hebe
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A compact evergreen shrub to a height of 1m, so ideal for a short hedge. The small leathery leaves are mid-green with slightly lighter margins. In summer a profusion of pure white flowers in small racemes appear
Scientific classification
- Species
- short tubed hebe (Veronica brachysiphon)
- Genus
- Veronica
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of short tubed hebe
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of short tubed hebe
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short tubed hebe care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and midsummer
Pruning
PruningPrune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Root semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or autumn with added bottom heat
Growing
GrowingGrows well in poor to moderately fertile soil in sun or partials shade with protection from cold, drying winds.
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
High Risk Host for Xylella fastidiosa. May be susceptible to downy mildews, fungal leaf spot, fungal rot, Phytophthora and sometimes honey fungus
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
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