10x Hebe Icing Sugar - 99c each
Hebe ‘Icing Sugar’ - Seconds
Common Names: Icing Sugar Hebe
Family: Plantaginaceae
Origin: New Zealand (cultivar)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Overview:
Hebe ‘Icing Sugar’ is a compact and bushy native shrub known for its delicate, silvery-grey foliage dusted with soft white tones, resembling a light dusting of icing sugar. It produces small white flowers in summer, creating a fresh, bright presence in gardens. This cultivar is ideal for borders, rock gardens, or containers, and thrives in well-drained, sunny spots with minimal maintenance.
Key Features:
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Foliage: Soft, silvery-grey leaves with a fine, powdery texture
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Flowers / Fruit: Small, white flower spikes appearing in summer
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Form & Habit: Dense, rounded shrub with a neat habit
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Growth Rate: Moderate
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Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides nectar for native pollinators and adds year-round colour and texture
Mature Size:
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 50–70 cm |
| Spread | 60–80 cm |
| Form | Compact, rounded shrub |
Ideal Growing Conditions:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water | Moderate; prefers well-drained soil |
| Soil | Well-drained, fertile soils |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy to approx. –7 °C |
Landscaping & Garden Uses:
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Borders and low hedging
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Rock and alpine gardens
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Containers and pots
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Coastal and urban gardens
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Pollinator-friendly planting schemes
Care & Maintenance:
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Pruning: Light trimming after flowering to maintain shape
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Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
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Feeding: Occasional native shrub fertiliser in spring
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Pests & Diseases: Generally pest-resistant
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Additional Tips: Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:
Hebe ‘Icing Sugar’ stands out for its unique silvery foliage that lightens the garden palette and its charming summer flowers that attract native bees and butterflies.
Why Choose Hebe ‘Icing Sugar’?
This neat and elegant shrub is perfect for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance native with subtle colour contrast and year-round interest. Its frost hardiness and versatility make it a great choice for a wide range of New Zealand gardens.
Clearance item:
These are clearance seconds, mishapen and variable in size they have outstayed their welcome in the nursery. They will come away great once planted.
Pot Size:
Standard Pot = 7cm Square
Large Pot = 9cm Square
Extra Large Pot = 1.5L Round
Use this guide to see how many plants of your selected pot size fit into a half or full carton.
Standard Pot = 25 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 10 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 5 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Standard Pot = 50 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 25 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 10 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Product Size:
The photo next to the ruler shows an example of the plant for sale (cm's) to give an indication of the size. Please note that the photo is for reference only; the size and appearance of the plant may vary.
Please Note:
Shipping charge applies. Available for immediate dispatch only, while stocks last.
