Hebe franciscana (Plantiginaceae)

hebe fransisciana Hebe_x_franciscana

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Common name: Francisca hebe

Size, form, texture: giant plant, height 2-4 ft, spread 2-4 ft,

Hardiness, origin, native ecology: suitable for mild garden, good on top of wall where there is good drainage, needs good protection but not shade, good under tree where its protected from radiation frost, the bigger the leaf on a hebe the less hardy it is, prefers part sun to shade, fertilizers can enhance foliage.

Bud, foliage, flower and fruit characteristics: perfectly decussate leaves, inflorescent spikes subterminal, conical pink flowers, all hebes are evergreen.

Cultural and maintenance requirements and appropriate uses in the landscape:  Can be prone to pest problems and is prone to weather damage if not protected from frost. Otherwise fairly low maintenance.

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