Hebe 'Sapphire'

Scientific Name: Veronica 'Sapphire'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

7b-10b

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Hebe 'Sapphire' plant details

Hebe 'Sapphire' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy and green foliage. In summer purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hebe 'Sapphire'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hebe 'Sapphire'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright hebe, evergreen and bushy, to around 2 1/2 ft tall and wide. Red stems and long, shiny leaves, also reddish in new growth. Shows more red tones in winter cold. Flowers in July and August are abundant 3 inch spikes of pale violet. Bright light and good drainage are best. Frost hardy in at least USDA zone 8 and possibly colder with good drainage.

By: Cistus Nursery

Red-edged foliage gives this dense upright 3' shrub a pretty ruddy glow in winter, while its 3" spikes of violet flowers shine June-July; more tolerant of light frosts ,it may be one of the best for winter foliage. SPSh/M