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Hebe First Light

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Hebe First Light is a spreading, NZ native shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. New foliage emerges with distinctive, dark pink undertones and ages to become glossy and dark green. Impressive, light pink flower spikes are borne from spring through summer above the foliage as it grows to 50 cm tall and 90 cm wide. Hebe First Light looks most effective when planted in clusters and is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around outdoor living areas, maintained in a container, or added to a cottage garden.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 90 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
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Hebe speciosa Blue

Hebe speciosa Blue features glossy green foliage that is adorned with spectacular sprays of purple flowers through summer and autumn. This NZ native evergreen grows compactly to about 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide. Hebe speciosa Blue is a versatile plant that is often used in mixed and border plantings or planted around outdoor living areas. A mass planting either on a bank or as a groundcover affords an amazing display with this plant.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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