Botanical name:

Hebe evenosa

Common name(s):

Hebe

About:

Found in the beautiful Tararua Range, this particular hebe species makes for an appealing and neat garden shrub, typically growing to a height of about 1 m. It features fleshy green leaves that contribute to its lush appearance, and it produces short spikes of delicate white flowers during the summer months. In warmer regions, it may seldom produce flowers, but its attractive and compact form makes it well worth cultivating in any garden setting. Additionally, this plant is suitable for use as a small hedge, providing both structure and beauty to landscape designs. To thrive, it requires well-drained soil, which is essential for its growth and overall health.

Natural habitat:

Subalpine shrub-land, often close to the tree-line.

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Drought, Salt, Wind, Coastal & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

North Island - Tararua Ranges, in the areas around Mitre, Mt Holdsworth, Field Hut, Dennan and Mt Hector.

Height: 2m

Flowering:
January – February with a white coloured flowers.

Fruiting:

February - April (June)

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food, Hedging, Riparian plantings, Pioneer Plantings & Flowers.

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed or semi hardwood cuttings.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. Sow seeds direct & keep moist until germination is complete.