{"product_id":"hebe-pastel-blue-2-litre-pot","title":"Hebe Pastel Blue 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"22\"\u003eHebe 'Pastel Blue'\u003c\/strong\u003e is an attractive, evergreen shrub prized for its soft, blue-toned flowers and tidy, compact growth. This cultivar of \u003cem data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eHebe\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for adding color and structure to gardens, particularly in borders or containers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eKey Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"459\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Pastel Blue' has small, glossy, dark green leaves that provide a neat and tidy appearance throughout the year. The foliage serves as an excellent backdrop to the plant's flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e During summer to early autumn, it produces dense spikes of pale blue to lavender-colored flowers. The delicate pastel hues give the plant a soft, elegant look, and the blooms attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"723\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e This hebe has a compact, bushy growth habit, typically reaching a height of around 40 to 60 cm and a spread of about 50 to 75 cm. Its tidy, mounded shape makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or as a low hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Pastel Blue' is fairly hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to about -5°C, making it suitable for most temperate climates. It may need some protection in particularly cold winters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eCultivation Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e It thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. Regular pruning can help maintain its shape and encourage denser growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1597\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eHebe 'Pastel Blue'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a charming, low-maintenance shrub that adds a soft splash of color to any garden. Its attractive flowers and compact nature make it perfect for borders, containers, or as a decorative accent in a variety of garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54261876785478,"sku":"170780","price":7.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/c64ef154-a8c5-4891-82f2-b989e84b8d75.jpg?v=1743416056","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/hebe-pastel-blue-2-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}