Description
Hebe ‘Silver Dollar’ is a beautiful, upright, rounded shrub that adds year-round interest to any garden. Its unique variegated grey-green leaves are adorned with a pink flush, especially noticeable during winter and spring. The tips of the leaves also have a subtle pink hue. In summer, it produces clusters of delicate pink flowers, adding a touch of elegance to the garden. With its compact habit, this Hebe is perfect for small gardens, borders or containers. It is also low-maintenance and easy to grow.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Shrubby veronica ‘Silver Dollar’
- Hardiness:Half hardy and would benefit from protection through Winter.
- How big will I get? Hebe ‘Silver Dollar’ can grow to a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m.
- Did You Know That:The genus was named after the Greek goddess of youth, Hebe, due to the plant’s ability to regenerate after being cut back or damaged.
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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| Foliage Colour |    grey |
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| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
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| grey |
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Hebe ‘Silver Dollar’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant is not tolerant of acidic soil, it requires either a neutral or alkaline soil to grow.
Best Position
Hebe ‘Silver Dollar’ prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Hebe ‘Silver Dollar’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Hebe ‘Silver Dollar’ can have problems with aphids, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as downy mildews and leaf spot. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It is toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
