Photographed 6/29/2012, The Desert Northwest, Sequim, Washington, copyright © 2012, Ian Barclay.

Family: Scrophulariaceae Native to: endemic to New Zealand Dimensions: to 3' tall, 5' wide Cold resistance: hardy to about 10°F Drought resistance: adequate for Puget Sound area, not great for hot climates or reflected heat Key Features: dense-growing low shrub, blue-green evergreen leaves, white early summer flowers, very easy to grow Uses: great for coastal gardens/exposure, smaller shrub borders, great container plant. Description: This Hebe is not only attractive, but seems to be pretty much indestructible. It forms a dense mound to 3' that retains its appealing compact form no matter how much it gets snowed on. The small leaves have an appealing bluish cast, and older plants produce white flowers. It will grow on any well drained site in sun or part shade, and is moderately drought tolerant.

Photographed 8/30/2008, Olympia, Washington, copyright © 2008, Ian Barclay.

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