Hebe X Speciosa "Sunset Boulevard" 15cm Pot

Hebe × speciosa ‘Sunset Boulevard’

Botanical Name

Hebe × speciosa ‘Sunset Boulevard’

Common Names

• Sunset Boulevard Hebe
• Shrubby Hebe
• Speciosa Hebe

Product Description

Hebe × speciosa ‘Sunset Boulevard’ is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its lush green foliage and vibrant, long-lasting pink to purple flower spikes. This cultivar is perfect for borders, hedges, mass plantings, or containers, adding year-round interest and colour to South African gardens. It is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and attracts pollinators, making it an ideal choice for eco-friendly and ornamental gardening.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 60–90 cm
• Spread: ± 50–70 cm
• Growth habit: Compact, bushy, upright shrub

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade
  • Flowering is best in full sun; tolerates light shade.
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
  • Performs well in loamy or sandy soils; avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Watering: Low to moderate
  • Drought-tolerant once established; water more frequently during prolonged dry spells.
• Climate:
  • Suited to temperate, coastal, and subtropical regions of South Africa
  • Light frost-tolerant; protect young plants in colder areas
• Maintenance: Low
  • Light pruning after flowering encourages bushier growth
  • Remove dead or damaged stems to maintain shape

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring or autumn
• Active Growing Season: Spring through summer
• Flowering Season: Late spring to early summer
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Evergreen shrub in most climates
  • Ideal for borders, hedges, patios, and container gardening
  • Adds colour, structure, and pollinator attraction to any garden