Shrub

Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’

Hebe 'Variegata'
Loved by Pollinators Low Maintenance Hardiness H3

Grey-green leaves edged in cream and flushed with pink give Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’ year-round colour. Mauve flower spikes appear in summer, while its compact evergreen habit suits sheltered borders and containers where free drainage protects the roots during wet winter weather.

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Size
Max Height
1.0 m — 1.5 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.
South West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−5 to +1 °C) Half-hardy
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 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
  • Flower Borders
Merits
  • Drought Resistant
  • Low Maintenance
  • Loved By Pollinators

Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’ Description

Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’ forms a rounded evergreen shrub with narrow grey-green leaves broadly edged in creamy white. Young shoots and foliage exposed to cool weather develop attractive pink and purple colouring, creating a changing three-tone display throughout the year. Small mauve to purple flower spikes appear during summer and attract bees. Mature plants generally reach around 60cm to 1 metre high and wide. Grow in full sun or light partial shade in moderately fertile soil with good drainage. The variegated foliage can scorch in severe frost or cold drying wind, so a sheltered Irish position is preferable. Avoid heavy winter waterlogging. Lightly trim after flowering to maintain a dense outline, removing only young leafy growth rather than cutting deeply into old wood.

Planting Guide for Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’

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Care guide for Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’

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Uses for Hebe × hybrida ‘Tricolor’ & Garden Styles it suits

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