Hebe dieffenbachii

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Basic Information

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Genus: hebe

Plant ID (slug): hebe-dieffenbachii

Numeric ID: 19633

USDA Hardiness: 8-11

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Hebe dieffenbachii is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.2 m (4ft) by 1.6 m (5ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. 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 can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure. It can tolerate atmospheric pollution.

Distribution

New Zealand - Chatham Islands. Naturalized in south-west Britain.

Habitats

Hedge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Hebe dieffenbachii