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Hebe traversii

Scientific Name: Veronica traversii

Also Known As

  • Hebe 'Traversii'
  • Traversii Hebe

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Hebe traversii plant details

Hebe traversii is a moderate-growing 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 - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hebe traversii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hebe traversii

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An erect, bushy Hebe variety that can reach up to six feet!! (Depending on location, of course.) Light to medium green, lance-shaped leaves. White flowers in June and July, and again in late autumn. Fun as an alternative to standard old hedging plants! Growth Rate medium
Laciniate foliage. White flowers. Hardy.
An attractive evergreen shrub (well most Hebes are!) to 3' with dense growth and deep, apple green leaves. White flowers appear in summer. Hardy to about 10 °F. Likes sun, easy. New Zealand.

Gardening facts about Hebe traversii plant

How to Grow Hebe traversii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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