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Hebe 'Neil's Choice'

Scientific Name: Veronica 'Neil's Choice'

Also Known As

  • Hebe 'Purple Emperor'
  • Neil's Choice Hebe
  • Purple Emperor Hebe

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

Hebe 'Neil's Choice' plant details

Hebe 'Neil's Choice' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy and green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hebe 'Neil's Choice'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hebe 'Neil's Choice'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deep dark-purple-blue flowers in bright 3-4" spikes mid-summer complement the handsome reddish-puple new leaves of this 3-4' shrublet. S-PSh/M (similar to award-winning Hebe 'Neil's Choice'; may need sheltered spot)

Gardening facts about Hebe 'Neil's Choice' plant

How to Grow Hebe 'Neil's Choice'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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