The Gardener Hebe, also known as Veronica speciosa, is a popular evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It's prized for its attractive foliage and abundant, colorful flowers.
Key Features:
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Evergreen foliage: The Gardener Hebe has dense, evergreen foliage that can range in color from green to bronze or purple.
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Colorful flowers: This shrub produces clusters of small, tubular flowers in a variety of colors, including pink, purple, blue, and white.
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Hardy: The Gardener Hebe is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.
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Versatility: It can be used as a hedge, groundcover, or specimen plant.
Care Tips:
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Sunlight: The Gardener Hebe prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Soil: It can tolerate a variety of soil types but prefers well-drained soil.
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Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
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Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
