{"product_id":"hebe-burning-heart-2-litre-pot","title":"Hebe Burning Heart 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHebe ‘Burning Heart’ – Fiery Foliage with Year-Round Flair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake a bold statement in your garden with the eye-catching \u003cstrong\u003eHebe ‘Burning Heart’\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compact evergreen shrub known for its \u003cstrong\u003evibrant foliage and dramatic seasonal colour shifts\u003c\/strong\u003e. True to its name, ‘Burning Heart’ offers glowing tones of deep red, burgundy, and bronze—especially prominent in cooler months—making it a standout feature in borders, containers, and modern planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupplied in a \u003cstrong\u003e2 litre pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, this tidy, low-maintenance shrub is ready to bring instant impact and enduring charm to gardens of any style or size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Hebe ‘Burning Heart’?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Rich, Colourful Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe small, glossy leaves take on deep red and burgundy tones, intensifying in autumn and winter for a fiery display that adds warmth to cold-season gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Compact, Evergreen Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a rounded habit and dense structure, it reaches approximately \u003cstrong\u003e40–50cm tall and wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for smaller spaces or container displays.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Subtle Summer Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoft mauve to lilac flower spikes appear in late spring to summer, adding a gentle contrast to the bold foliage and attracting bees and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Hardy and Low-Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTough and easy to grow, Hebe ‘Burning Heart’ thrives in a wide range of garden conditions and requires very little upkeep once established.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. All-Year Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts evergreen nature and colour-shifting foliage make it a valuable plant for year-round structure and visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Hebe ‘Burning Heart’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sunlight helps bring out the strongest foliage colours and promotes healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e—suitable for sandy, loamy, or chalky soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep well-watered during the first growing season to help roots establish. After that, it’s largely drought-tolerant and fuss-free.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRequires little pruning—simply trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardy in most parts of the UK (to around -5°C). In colder or exposed areas, consider winter protection or plant in a pot that can be moved under shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse in \u003cstrong\u003econtainers\u003c\/strong\u003e on patios or balconies where its colour can be appreciated up close.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePair with silver or lime-green foliage plants for striking contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal for \u003cstrong\u003ecoastal gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, gravel gardens, or as a low-maintenance focal point in contemporary borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombine with other small hebes for a textured evergreen tapestry with seasonal variation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Thought\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith its intense foliage tones and tidy growth habit, \u003cstrong\u003eHebe ‘Burning Heart’\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a touch of drama and lasting structure to any planting scheme. 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