Hebe Emerald Green (P11)

Hebe ‘Emerald Green’ is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its dense, conical shape and vibrant, small, emerald green leaves that maintain their color all year round. Its modest size and resilient nature make it an excellent choice for borders, container gardening, or low hedges in both residential and commercial landscapes. While it doesn’t produce the characteristic flowers found in other Hebes, ‘Emerald Green’ is cherished for its neat, tidy appearance and the structural elegance it brings to the garden.

Why We Like It

• Year-Round Foliage: Maintains a vibrant green color throughout all seasons.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, perfect for “plant and forget” landscaping.
• Versatile Planting: Great for borders, containers, or as a standalone specimen.

What to Know

• Sunlight: Grows well in full sun to partial shade.
• Watering: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; water regularly but do not overwater.
• Soil: Thrives in a wide range of soils but favors neutral to alkaline soil types.
• Pruning: Requires little pruning; if needed, shape lightly in spring or summer.
• Hardiness: Tolerant of sea sprays and resistant to most pests and diseases; protect from harsh winter winds.

Foliage Colour

• Emerald green

Flowering Months

• Hebe ‘Emerald Green’ is grown for foliage and does not typically flower.

Eventual Height and Spread

• Height: 30-60 cm
• Spread: 30-60 cm