Hebe ‘Mette’ – Compact Evergreen with Summer Lilac Flowers
Hebe ‘Mette’ is a neat, evergreen shrub that brings year-round structure and subtle seasonal colour to the garden. Its glossy, dark green leaves form a tidy, compact mound, perfect for borders, patios, or rock gardens. In summer, the plant produces spikes of soft lilac flowers, attracting pollinators and providing a gentle splash of colour.
Evergreen and low-maintenance, ‘Mette’ is hardy and versatile, thriving in sunny or partially shaded positions. Its tidy habit makes it ideal for small spaces, container planting, or mixed shrub borders, providing structure even in winter.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
Summer:
Autumn:
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Leaves maintain their rich green colour, adding evergreen structure.
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Flowers fade but form part of the tidy shrub shape.
Winter:
Structure & Form
Height & Spread: 0.6–1 m tall, 0.6–1 m wide.
Form: Compact, mound-shaped evergreen shrub.
Foliage: Glossy, dark green year-round.
Flowers: Pale lilac spikes in summer attracting pollinators.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Borders & Edges: Neat, evergreen structure for mixed borders.
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Containers & Patios: Compact form makes it ideal for pots.
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Rock Gardens: Works well with other low-growing perennials.
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Wildlife Gardens: Flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position: Full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
Maintenance: Very low-maintenance; trim lightly after flowering if desired.
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens (H4).