decumbent hebe
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An evergreen, low-growing, spreading shrub to around 20cm tall with red-edged, glossy green, oval leaves to 2cm long densely arranged along dark shoots. Dense clusters of white flowers on spikes to 3cm long are borne in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- decumbent hebe (Veronica decumbens)
- Genus
- Veronica
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy · Trailing
- 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 decumbent hebe
Distribution map
New Zealand (S. Island)
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of decumbent hebe
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decumbent hebe care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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 or by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
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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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