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Hebe 'Milkyway' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its small, variegated foliage and delicate white flowers. It is an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings, offering year-round interest and attracting pollinators.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 2-3 feet with a similar spread, forming a dense, rounded shape.
- Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to part sun, with best growth and flowering in a bright location.
- Water Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 7-10.
- Bloom Time: Produces clusters of small, starry white flowers from summer to early fall, attracting bees and butterflies.
- Foliage: Small, lance-shaped leaves with a mix of green and creamy white variegation provide year-round visual appeal.
- Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for garden borders, rockeries, coastal gardens, and container plantings. Works well in mixed plantings with other perennials and shrubs.
- Soil Preparation: Prefers well-draining soil and tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils. Avoid overly wet conditions.
- Planting: Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball, place the plant at the same depth as in its container, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.
- Spacing: Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow for their mature spread.
- Watering: Water deeply after planting and maintain moderate moisture until established. Once mature, water as needed during dry spells.
Fun Fact:
Hebe 'Milkyway' is named for the delicate white flowers that resemble stars in the night sky. It is particularly valued for its low-maintenance nature and ability to thrive in coastal or windy conditions.