Plantaginaceae
Boxleaf hebe: Ground Cover Plant
Hebe odora
Requires a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained soil and regular watering without waterlogging.
Every 5 days
Bright indirect
-10° - 25°C
40% - 70%
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What is Boxleaf hebe?
Boxleaf hebe (Hebe odora) is a medium-care plant from the Plantaginaceae family. Hebe odora, also known as boxleaf hebe, is a dense, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It is characterized by small, dark green, leathery leaves that resemble boxwood. It grows into a neat spherical shape and produces short spikes of white flowers at the tips of the shoots during summer. It is a...
Boxleaf hebe grows up to 1.0m, spread of 100cm, watering every 5 days, -10°C – 25°C, 40–70% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Unlike many popular species, Boxleaf hebe is safe to keep around pets.
How to Care for Boxleaf hebe?
TLDR: Boxleaf hebe needs Bright indirect, watering every 5 days, and temperatures between -10-25°C with 40-70% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Boxleaf hebe?
Water regularly when the top layer of soil is dry. Significantly reduce watering during winter.
How Much Light Does Boxleaf hebe Need?
It thrives best in full sun, which promotes compact growth and abundant flowering.
What Is the Best Soil for Boxleaf hebe?
Prefers neutral to slightly alkaline soil that is rich in nutrients but does not retain excess water.
What Pot Should You Use for Boxleaf hebe?
Clay or ceramic pot with drainage holes to ensure proper water runoff.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 30 days
Repot
Every 730 days
What Is Boxleaf hebe and Where Does It Come From?
Hebe odora, also known as boxleaf hebe, is a dense, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It is characterized by small, dark green, leathery leaves that resemble boxwood. It grows into a neat spherical shape and produces short spikes of white flowers at the tips of the shoots during summer. It is a hardy plant that tolerates pruning well and is ideal for rock gardens or as a low hedge.
How to Propagate Boxleaf hebe?
Semi-ripe cuttings
- Maintain high humidity by covering the pot with plastic wrap, but remember to ventilate.
- 1 Taking cuttings
Cut 5-10 cm long healthy shoots that are beginning to turn woody at the base.
- 2 Preparation
Remove leaves from the bottom half of the cutting and dip the end into rooting hormone.
- 3 Planting
Insert the cuttings into a mixture of peat and sand and keep the substrate moist in partial shade.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Boxleaf hebe Grow?
TLDR: Boxleaf hebe can reach up to 1.0m tall with Medium growth rate.
Max height
1.0m
Spread
1.0m
Growth rate
Medium
Foliage
Evergreen
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Ground Cover
Soil coverage
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Meaning & Symbolism
In plant symbolism, it represents perseverance and purity due to its white flowers and evergreen nature.
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