Hebe macrocarpa var. latisepala
Large carpel hebe
Also known as Veronica macrocarpa var. latisepala (H), Hebe macrocarpa latisepala
- Height × spread
- 2m × 1.3m
- Position
- Full sun
- Hardiness
- Average winter to - 10C (RHS H4)
- Flowers
- Spring
Availability
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About this plant
A handsome plant with an erect growth habit. The long tapering leaves are smooth, coloured matt green. In its New Zealand homeland it is winter flowering and produces oblong spikes of dark violet purple flowers. The flowers fade to white with age. In the UK they are likely to appear in spring, possibly early spring. This derives from North Cape of New Zealand North island which is considered to be subtropical, so this plant is tender and may not survive frosts. Grow it in warmer parts of the country and in a warm and sunny position. If grown in shade the plant's shape may be compromised.
- Flower colour
- Purple, Violet
- Foliage colour
- Green
- Variegated
- No
- Scent
- No
- Shape
- Bell
- Height
- 2m
- Spread
- 1.3m
- Height in 10 years
- 1.7m
- Spread in 10 years
- 1.1m
- Season of interest
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Flowers in
- Spring
- Evergreen
- Evergreen
- Garden style
- Seaside garden, Conservatory
- Sun or shade
- Likes full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam (normal)
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Drainage
- Moisture retentive soil, Well drained soil
- Hardiness
- Average winter to - 10C (RHS H4)
- Borders & containers
- Borders and containers
- Use for
- Wall cover, Structural, Bee attraction, Butterfly attraction
- Walls
- South, West facing
- Maintenance
- Easycare – low/no maintenance
- Hazards
- No
Spring
Spring - late · Outdoors
Apply slow release fertiliser
Apply a slow release fertiliser which is spread around the root area of plants soon after they have come into growth. (Or apply a liquid feed at regular intervals throughout the growing season.)
This is a simple way to provide a nutrient boost as a single annual procedure.
Spring-Autumn · Outdoors
Water to keep the soil moist
For best results, this plant needs soil that is always moist. Water deeply and regularly as soon as soil appears dry. Even for established plants in the ground, a dry week can cause problems with some soils. Check plants in pots more often, especially in hot weather. Or install an automatic irrigation system which will do the hard work for you, even when you are away on holiday.
Without regular watering some plants never fully regain their beauty.
Spring · Planting
Prune lightly after flowering
Give the plant a light haircut, generally tidying it up and removing any shoots that are wayward or damaged in any way. Dead flowers can be cut off if this is practical - the shrub may have too many, or they may be hard to reach.
Spring - mid · Planting
Prune old branches occasionally
On well established plants, every other year take out two or three branches to their base, doing this as the plant is just coming into growth. This is a very gentle prune, and be careful not to spoil the plant's symmetry.
Planting & general
Outdoor planting · Planting
Add root growth stimulant to the planting hole
Mycorrhizal fungi helps roots establish quickly, so they absorb water and nutrients more efficiently. It comes as a powder, granule or gel. Add to the planting hole or container, and to the plant's rootball before planting in the hole. For "bareroot" plants use a gel.