Abelia
Abelia is an attractive arching 2 - 3 m shrub with small leaves and white to pink bell-shaped flowers during summer and autumn.
Hebes are hardy shrubs that will grow in a wide range of climates, including cool and coastal locations. There are compact varieties available which grow to around 40cm tall or larger hebes reaching 1 – 1.5 m. Flower colours include white, pink, lavender, purple and crimson. Some varieties also have striking variegated foliage or burgundy coloured new leaves
How to grow hebes in your garden
- Choose a sunny spot that receives shade in the afternoon and prepare the planting area well by digging in Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser.
- Dig a hole, place the plant in the bottom of the hole, backfill gently with soil and water in well.
- Mulch with an organic mulch, such as bark chips, sugar cane or pea straw and water in well.
- Feed regularly during spring, summer and autumn with Yates Thrive Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food to promote strong root development, healthy green leaves and lots of flowers.
How to grow hebes in a pot
- Choose a pot at least 300mm wide and deep. Position the pot in a spot that receives morning sun and afternoon shade.
- Fill chosen pots with quality potting mix, such as Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter. Plant, backfill carefully with potting mix & water in well.
- Feed regularly during spring, summer and autumn with Yates Thrive Roses & Flowers Liquid Plant Food to promote strong root development, healthy green leaves and lots of flowers.
Growing tips
- Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy compact shape
- Suitable to be used as hedges
Abies
Abies, also known as Fir Trees, are tall evergreen conifers.
Abutilon
Abutilon, also known as Chinese Lanterns due to the shape of their flowers, are attractive shrubs mostly growing to 1 - 2 m tall.
Acer
Acer's or Hapanese Maples are attractive trees with stunning autumn foliage for cold & temperate climates.
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