Hebe ‘Emerald Gem’
Emerald Gem Hebe, Green Globe Hebe
Compact, rounded, Hebe ‘Emerald Gem’ is a dwarf evergreen shrub boasting a striking foliage of densely arranged, tiny, pointed, glossy apple-green leaves. Tough, hardy and easy to grow, ‘Emerald Gem’ features such a clean and tidy habit that it needs no attention. A great choice for rock gardens, containers or as an edging plant. In summer, small white flowers resembling small white puffs appear sparsely on the tips of the branches.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
- Typically grows up to 12-18 in. tall and wide (30-45 cm).
- Thrives in full sun or part shade in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soils. Prefers moderately alkaline to neutral soils. Protect from cold, drying winds.
- Very versatile, this plant is perfect for banks and slopes, beds and borders or containers. Well suited to city gardens, coastal gardens, rock gardens or cottage gardens.
- Rarely affected by pests or diseases, it requires little maintenance. Keep an eye out for aphids and downy mildew.
- Needs little pruning. Prune lightly removing unsightly shoots as required in mid to late spring. This shrub blooms in summer and late fall on the previous or current year’s growth.
- Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Cultivars will not come true. Root semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or autumn with added bottom heat.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Hebe |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
Alternative Plants to Consider
Recommended Companion Plants
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Hebe |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
