Great Orme Hebe

Hebe 'Great Orme'

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Basic Information

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Genus: hebe

Plant ID (slug): hebe-'great-orme'

Numeric ID: 21585

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Hebe 'Great Orme' is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 1.2 m (4ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure. It can tolerate atmospheric pollution.

Distribution

A garden hybrid of uncertain origin[200].

Habitats

Ground Cover; Hedge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Hebe 'Great Orme' Great Orme Hebe