Hebe – The perfect low-maintenance shrub for modern gardens
Hebe albicans is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its attractive silver-grey foliage and masses of delicate white flowers during the warmer months. Growing to approximately 60cm–1m tall and 1–1.5 metres wide, it forms a dense, rounded mound that adds year-round texture and colour to garden beds, borders, coastal landscapes and containers. Tough, drought tolerant and low maintenance, Hebe albicans is an excellent choice for Melbourne gardens seeking reliable performance and soft foliage contrast.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Hebe albicans |
| Common Name | White Hebe / Silver Hebe |
| Mature Height | 60cm–1m |
| Mature Width | 1–1.5m |
| Position | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Soil Type | Well-drained soils |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Foliage Colour | Silver-Grey |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Flowering Period | Spring to Summer |
| Evergreen | Yes |
Why Melbourne Gardeners Love Hebe albicans
The soft silver foliage of Hebe albicans provides beautiful year-round contrast against green shrubs, flowering perennials and native plants. Its compact, naturally rounded habit requires little pruning, making it perfect for low-maintenance gardens and modern landscape designs. The white flowers attract pollinators while adding seasonal interest, and its tolerance of wind and coastal conditions makes it particularly versatile across Melbourne and surrounding regions.
Add texture, colour and elegance with Silver / White Hebe
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Attractive Silver Foliage | Provides year-round colour and contrast |
| Compact Rounded Habit | Naturally neat and easy to maintain |
| White Seasonal Flowers | Adds brightness and pollinator appeal |
| Versatile Garden Plant | Ideal for borders, pots and coastal gardens |
