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    Hebe 'Blue Elf'

    Scientific Name: Veronica 'Blue Elf'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 2'
    • W: 3'

    planting zones

    • 8a-9b

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    Hebe 'Blue Elf' plant details

    Hebe 'Blue Elf' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hebe 'Blue Elf'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 2 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring
    Uses: red stems

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hebe 'Blue Elf'

    USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A compact shrub bearing dense racemes of bright blue flowers. One of the hardiest selections and resistant to salt-laden winds, this is an excellent choice for low hedges.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Hebe 'Blue Elf' plant

    How to Grow Hebe 'Blue Elf'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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