Hebe Snow White

Hebe 'Snow White' is a compact evergreen shrub, native to New Zealand, suitable for gardens and containers. It thrives in sunny to partially shaded areas and prefers cool summers and mild winters. Hebe 'Snow White' requires well-draining soil and moderate watering, avoiding both overwatering and underwatering to prevent root rot. They are low maintenance but benefit from spring feeding and may need protection from extreme cold. Propagation is easy through semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. Hebes are attractive to butterflies due to their colorful flowers

​About Hebe Shrubs

• Most Hebe Shrubs are native to New Zealand, French Polynesia, and some parts of South America and belong to the Plantaginaceae family.
• The Hebe genus includes about 90 different species, and all of them appear naturally in New Zealand.
• Thanks to the fact that they are evergreen shrubs that have vibrant color petals and leaves, Hebe plants are amazing focal points in both interior and exterior environments.
• Being compact growers, it’s best to plant these shrubs alongside other spring-flowering shrubs and evergreen plants. Plus, they also make great container plants that you can grow indoors or on your patio.
• Growing a Hebe plant is really easy. Considering that these tough little plants withstand growing along the coast or mountainside, they are easy maintenance plants.
• Hebe Shrubs love sunny spots where they can get full sun, but they can also adapt to partial shade. However, it’s best to provide your Hebe shrub with as much sunlight as possible.
• In very low light conditions, Hebes tend to become leggy and may also not bloom. What’s more, in the shade, the growth of Hebe plants tends to slow down.
• Since they are New Zealand-native plants, Hebes prefer areas with cool summers and mild winters. Generally, these plants prefer temperatures between 68-73° F (20-22° C) during the hot season and temperatures between 46- 57 ° F (7-13° C). During winter, it’s recommended to protect Hebe plants from freezing temperatures.
• Hebe shrubs are sensitive to overwatering as they are prone to root rot. It’s best to provide moderate watering in summer and then cut back on water during the cold months. For Hebes, both excess water and lack of enough water can be harmful.
• Hebe Shrubs are typically healthy plants unless their owners really neglect them. However, these shrubs can suffer from a few diseases in particular, including leaf spot, downy mildew, and root rot. What’s more, these shrubs can also suffer from aphid infestation, which you can get rid of with insecticidal soap.
• Most Hebe species contain toxic chemicals, which is why it’s best to consider keeping your shrub away from your kids or pets.