Species hebe

hebe

Hebe 'Caledonia'

Hebe 'Caledonia' is a wonderfully low-maintenance evergreen shrub. Providing year-round color, it boasts small bright-green foliage, and white flower clusters that bloom throughout late spring and summertime. It can easily be planted in a variety of locations, and requires little tending to as it's very drought-tolerant. It thrives in mostly sunny spots and is deer and rabbit resistant. Its adaptability to both dry and seaside gardens makes it an ideal addition to sunny gardens, while its low-maintenance requirements make it great for busy gardeners. Its lovely stature and colourful flowers create an eye-catching addition to any landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

7 - 10

Flowers:

Purple-blue Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Hebe 'Caledonia' should be watered regularly, but not too much. Water the soil to a depth of 4 inches when it begins to dry out. Do not allow the soil to become completely dry. During the summer months, it may require daily watering, especially if it is planted in a pot. During spring and fall, water it every 4-5 days. In winter, water it every week to 10 days, but reduce the amount of water.

sunlight

Hebe 'Caledonia' is a deciduous shrub that requires an average of 6-8 hours of sunlight per day. It grows best in areas with high light intensity, as long periods of full sun will produce the best blooms. Hebe 'Caledonia' is quite tolerant of cold temperatures, however, some afternoon shade is recommended to protect it from the heat of the day. The shrub will thrive with morning sun and some afternoon shade. If planted in an area that gets shade in the afternoon and full sun in the morning, the shrub should receive enough light for proper development.

pruning

Hebe 'Caledonia' should be pruned back in late winter or early spring when it is still dormant. Prune back to a height of approximately 20 to 25cm to maintain its shape. Removing any dead, diseased or damaged wood is also necessary. Pruning promotes better growth and health for the plant. Hebe 'Caledonia' and other hebe species should not be pruned too hard, as this can cause the plant to become stressed.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Hebe 'Caledonia' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Hebe 'Caledonia' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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