Hebe rakaiensis 5 Ltr Pot

Hebe rakaiensis 5 Ltr Pot

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Hebe Rakaiensis

Feature Description
Plant Name Hebe rakaiensis
Common Name Rakai Hebe, Shrubby Veronica
Plant Type Evergreen shrub
Height 3 to 4 feet (0.9 to 1.2 meters)
Spread 3 to 4 feet (0.9 to 1.2 meters)
Foliage Small, spear-shaped, gray-green leaves
Flower Colour White to pale lilac, small spikes in summer
Bloom Time Summer
Sun Exposure Full sun to partial shade
Soil Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering Regular, especially during dry periods
Maintenance Low to moderate
Uses Borders, containers, coastal gardens
Notable Feature Compact, mounded form, attractive to pollinators

Planting Aspects

  1. Site Selection: Plant in full sun to partial shade.

  2. Soil Preparation: Well-draining, fertile soil is preferred.

  3. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.

  4. Spacing: Space plants about 3 to 4 feet apart.

  5. Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods.

  6. Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch to help retain soil moisture.

  7. Maintenance: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Remove dead or crowded branches.

  8. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring for optimal growth.

Hebe Rakaiensis, commonly known as Rakai Hebe or Shrubby Veronica, is an evergreen shrub valued for its compact, mounded form and attractive spear-shaped, grey-green leaves. In summer, it produces small spikes of white to pale lilac flowers, making it a charming addition to borders, containers, and coastal gardens. The plant is relatively low-maintenance and is known to attract pollinators with its blooms.