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Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet'

Scientific Name: Veronica albicans 'Sussex Carpet'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet' plant details

Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 10 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A low-growing selection, 10" tall x 2' wide, with purple buds opening to white flower spikes in summer, studding lax, geometric, blue-green branches. It's a good and tough ground cover for a sunny, well-draining spot. One plant has lived over 10 years in our garden thus far. Evergreen. Minimum temperature: 10°F
White flowers. Prostrate form.

Gardening facts about Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet' plant

How to Grow Hebe albicans 'Sussex Carpet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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