Hebe brachysiphon
Hebe brachysiphon
Hebe brachysiphon
Hebe brachysiphon
Shrubby Veronica, Speedwell shrub
Catastrophic condition of the young plant: midribs on one side only. Gives the impression of an old dying plant. Very disappointed.
Anne, 29/09/2020
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Description
Hebe brachysiphon or Veronica brachysiphon is a very bushy species of hebe, appreciated in oceanic or maritime climates for its resistance to spray, its dense and regular habit in a compact ball shape, and for the graphic design of its foliage, arranged in a very geometric manner along the branches. In early summer it produces short spikes of white flowers, very bright against foliage of beautiful glossy olive green. This evergreen shrub, suited to mild climates, has a real presence in low hedges, sunny borders, or in a large pot on the terrace.
Hebe brachysiphon belongs to the family of Plantaginaceae, like its perennial veronica cousins. This plant is a botanical species native to the Marlborough, Canterbury, and Red Hills Ridge mountains, located in northeastern New Zealand. Its natural habitat is subalpine, with an oceanic climate and a sandy, non-calcareous soil. This branching shrub has a dense, rounded habit, reaching about 1m (3 ft 4 in) in height and 80cm (1 ft) in diameter. With favourable climatic and soil conditions, this hebe can grow up to 1.50m (5 ft) in height. The branches bear evergreen foliage composed of ovate to elliptical, entire, leathery leaves, measuring about 2-3cm (0.8-1.2 in) in length and 6mm (0.2 in) in width. Their colour is olive green, slightly lighter at the edges. They are inserted in a very symmetrical and regular manner on the branches. Flowering takes place from May to July, depending on the climate, for about 3 weeks. The floral spikes, short and stocky, appear at the tips of the branches. They consist of small white flowers with prominent stamens.
With slow growth and relative hardiness (down to -10°C (14 °F)), Hebe plants are generally grouped with perennials because their usage is closer to that of perennials than shrubs. The brachysiphon species, however, has sufficient development to be included, in mild climates, among other flowering shrubs. Its summer flowering goes well with buddleias, in a mix of colours, as does its foliage, which is sometimes tinged with silver. In a seaside garden, low and well-maintained hedges can be created (where one might choose boxwood in a more continental climate). It can be combined with e.g. Escallonia, Myrtus, Oleanders, Evergreen Ceanothus, Callistemons, or even mimosas. Elsewhere, Hebe plants can be grown in large pots on the terrace, to be stored in a bright, unheated room during winter.
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Botanical data
Hebe
brachysiphon
Scrophulariaceae
Shrubby Veronica, Speedwell shrub
Oceania
Planting and care
Hebe brachysiphon is preferably planted in spring in a cool climate, or in October in warmer regions. It prefers a sunny site and well-drained, even sandy soil, light, non- or only slightly calcareous, sufficiently deep and well-tilled, remaining just moist in summer. This plant tolerates sea spray well. In gardens with heavy soils and a wet climate, Hebes should be reserved for rockeries, gravel gardens or sloping banks. It enjoys a rich soil that is always well-drained. In the colder regions of Northern Europe it is necessary to protect these shrubs during winter or cultivate them in pots, bringing them indoors during periods of freezing weather. As they grow, pruning with hedge shears can be useful to maintain a dense and compact habit and a neat appearance. Proceed in March-April, at the start of the growing season, by removing up to two thirds from the length of the branches.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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