Parahebe catarractae [blue form]

Scientific Name: Veronica catarractae [blue form]

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

8a-10a

Parahebe catarractae [blue form] plant details

Parahebe catarractae [blue form] is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Parahebe catarractae [blue form]

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Parahebe catarractae [blue form]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Versatile hebe relative, a shrubby, multi-stemmed, perennial with medium green foliage and purple-blue flowers in late summer. Can be sheared after blooming to lengthen bloom time. Usually remains under 3 ft tall. Sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established but accepts summer water. Useful as a groundcover in dry places, a low border, or in containers. Evergreen in USDA zone 9 and frost hardy in USDA zone 8.