Shrub

Hebe rakaiensis

Rakai Hebe
Award Winner Loved by Pollinators Hardiness H4

Small glossy leaves form a naturally dense, rounded evergreen shrub on Hebe rakaiensis, complemented by white flower spikes in summer. Its tidy box-like habit and good hardiness make it useful for low hedging, border structure, containers and coastal planting.

SKU: HEBE-57-Y

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Size
Max Height
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Max Spread
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
East South North West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−10 to −5 °C) Hardy in most of Ireland
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Coastal Areas
  • Containers
  • Groundcover
  • Flower Borders
Merits
  • Drought Resistant
  • Loved By Pollinators
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit

Hebe rakaiensis Description

Hebe rakaiensis is a compact evergreen shrub with numerous small, glossy green leaves packed closely along the stems. It develops into a dense rounded mound and produces short spikes of white flowers in summer, attracting bees and other pollinators. Mature plants generally reach around 60cm to 1 metre high and wide. Its naturally tidy growth makes it useful as a low informal hedge, structural border plant or alternative to clipped box in suitable positions. Grow in full sun or partial shade in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. It is relatively hardy and dependable in Irish gardens and tolerates coastal conditions once established. Light clipping after flowering can maintain a formal outline, but avoid cutting heavily into old leafless wood.

Planting Guide for Hebe rakaiensis

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Care guide for Hebe rakaiensis

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Uses for Hebe rakaiensis & Garden Styles it suits

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