Hebe autumn glory is a beautiful plant that is native to New Zealand. It has dark green leaves with purple flowers that bloom in the summer. This plant is perfect for gardens and can also be used as a ground cover.
Popular name
- Autumn Glory Hebe
- Hebe Autumn Glory
- Hebe 'Autumn Glory'
- Hebe x 'Autumn Glory'
- Hebe x wollastoni 'Autumn Glory'
Good to Know
- Hebe Autumn Glory is a deciduous shrub.
- It is native to New Zealand.
- It has large, oval-shaped leaves.
- The leaves are dark green in color and turn reddish-purple in the fall.
- The shrub produces clusters of small, white flowers in the summer.
- Hebe Autumn Glory is easy to grow and is tolerant of a wide range of soils.
- It is suitable for use as a hedge or specimen plant.
- It is deer resistant.
- It attracts bees and butterflies.
- It is hardy to USDA Zone
Related plant:
Hebe Veronica
How to Grow
- For hebe autumn glory, first step is to choose a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
- Then, the second step is to prepare the soil by mixing in some organic matter such as compost or aged manure.
- Next, you will need to sow the seeds directly into the prepared soil or start them indoors in pots.
- After the seeds have germinated, thin the seedlings to spacing them about 12 inches apart.
- Hebe autumn glory will need to be watered regularly, especially during dry spells.
- Fertilize the plants with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
- Hebe autumn glory will bloom in late summer to early fall.
- To encourage re-blooming, deadhead the spent flowers.
- In colder climates, hebe autumn glory will need to be overwintered indoors.
- Hebe autumn glory can be propagated by division or from stem cuttings.
Related plant:
Hebe Magic Summer
The Soil
About soil condition, Hebe Autumn Glory prefers well-drained soil, and average to slightly acidic soil. It grows well in loamy soil, but can also tolerate sandy soil. The plant is not overly fussy about soil type, as long as it is well-drained.
Light condition
Not too different with other Hebe plants, the Autumn Glory Hebe requires full sun to partial sun. However, it can also tolerate some shade, especially during the hottest part of the day. It grows best in well-drained soil that is moist but not wet.
The Temperature
The temperature condition favors the growth of the plant. The average temperature for the area is about 15 degrees Celsius, and the plant requires a minimum temperature of 10 degrees Celsius to grow. The plant is drought-tolerant and can survive in a wide range of soil conditions.
Ideal Humidity
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is between 40% to 60%. The plant will suffer if the humidity is too low or too high. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will start to turn brown and drop off. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will start to rot.
Fertilizing
For the fertilizer, this kind of plant prefers a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer. You can also use other types of fertilizer, but make sure it is not too high in nitrogen. The roots of the plant are very delicate, so be very careful when transplanting or moving it.
About light
Pruning is an important part of keeping your Hebe Autumn Glory plant healthy and looking its best. Pruning not only helps to control the plant's size and shape, but also encourages new growth. When pruning, be sure to remove any dead or diseased leaves and stems.
Plant Propagation
Propagation is easy through stem cuttings taken in summer. Take cuttings about 10-15cm long and remove the bottom leaves. Place the cuttings in a pot of moist, well-drained soil and keep in a warm spot until new growth appears.
Growth Rate
Usually, the plant growth rate is slow to moderate. However, under the right conditions, some varieties can grow quite rapidly. When grown in ideal conditions, hebe autumn glory can achieve a growth rate of up to 24 inches per year.
Common Problems
Common problems for this kind of plant are overwatering, pests, and diseases. Overwatering can cause the leaves to yellow and the plant to become stunted. Pests such as aphids and whiteflies can infest the plant and cause damage. Diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot can also cause problems.
List to Know
- Remember to water your Hebe regularly, especially when the weather is hot and dry.
- Apply a slow-release fertilizer to the plant every few months to keep it healthy.
- Cut back the plant by about one-third its size after it blooms in order to encourage new growth.
- Hebe respond well to being transplanted, so if you need to move it to a new location, do so in early spring.
- This plant does best in full sun to partial shade, so make sure it has plenty of bright light.
- Autumn Glory Hebe are fairly drought-tolerant, but they will need extra watering during extended periods of dry weather.
- These plants can be susceptible to powdery mildew, so avoid overhead watering and water early in the day so the leaves have time to dry before nightfall.
- Apply a fungicide if powdery mildew does appear.
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