Hebe Purple Shamrock
hebe [Purple Shamrock]
A bushy evergreen shrub with green-edged yellow, and occasional purple striped leaves and deep purple stems in winter. Purple-blue flowers are produced throughout the summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple | Green Purple Yellow | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple | Blue Purple | Green Purple Yellow | |
| Autumn | Purple | Green Yellow Purple | ||
| Winter | Green Purple Yellow |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Veronica can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs with paired leaves and small flowers usually in terminal or axillary racemes or spikes
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile ,neutral to slightly alkaline soil in sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pruning group 9, little or no pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spot, downy mildew and root rot may be a problem
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