Hebe Heartbreaker
Hebe ‘Heartbreaker’ is a compact, rounded, evergreen shrub forming a neat mound of variegated green and cream leaves that turn vivid pink in colder weather. In summer, small lavender flowers appear on the tips of the branches. However, the main contribution of this evergreen shrub is its brightly colored foliage throughout the year. A great choice as a specimen plant, for containers, or for the front of the border.
Hebe 'Heartbreaker' is a compact, rounded, evergreen shrub forming a neat mound of variegated green and cream leaves that turn vivid pink in colder weather. In summer, small lavender flowers appear on the tips of the branches. However, the main contribution of this evergreen shrub is its brightly colored foliage throughout the year. A great choice as a specimen plant, for containers, or for the front of the border.
- Typically grows up to 24 in. tall and wide (60 cm).
- Thrives in full sun or part shade in moist, well-drained soils.
- Very versatile, this plant is perfect for beds and borders or containers. Well suited to city gardens.
- Rarely affected by pests or diseases, it requires little maintenance.
- No pruning is required.
- Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer for home use.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 7 – 9 |
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| Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Hebe – Shrubby Veronicas |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24″ (60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard |