Hebe rakaiensis

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Basic Information

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Genus: hebe

Plant ID (slug): hebe-rakaiensis

Numeric ID: 21563

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Hebe rakaiensis is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure. It can tolerate atmospheric pollution.

Distribution

New Zealand.

Habitats

Ground Cover; Hedge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Hebe rakaiensis