Hebe Marilyn Monroe

Plant Details

The simple evergreen foliage has a magnificent deep purple colour to the young tips, complemented by deep purple flowers attractive to bees and butterflies.

Month Available: March

Evergreen / Deciduous: Evergreen

Flower Colour: Purple

Suitable For Wildlife: Bees and Butterflies

Soil Type: Well-drained

Sun/Shade: Full sun or partial shade

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter

Flower/Foliage/Berries: Flowers, Foliage

Plant Type: Shrub

Hardy: Protect from extended periods of frost

Main Attribute: Flowering mid summer to early autumn.

Height / Spread: 90cm x 90cm (3ft x 3ft)

Growing Tips & Additional Information

This is a perfect shrub for adding structure to the garden border and planting with mixed herbaceous perennials.

Where to Plant: Borders

Pests and Diseases: Aphids, Tortrix Moth, Downy Mildew, Leaf Spot.

Plant Care: Prune lightly in spring if needed to keep a lovely shape.

Care and Time: Low - spring

Warning: None

Benefits: Evergreen foliage, good structure for the garden, attractive flowers.

History: Bred for its wonderful foliage and flower colour.

EU Rights: EU Plant Variety Rights apply. Propagation without a license is illegal.