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Frequently
Asked Questions
IS DEADHEADING BENEFICIAL?
Deadheading, snipping off the stems that have faded
flowers, helps stimulate more blooms in the early
autumn. Though not necessary it may be worthwhile
especially if you have them in a container.
MY FLOWERS FALL OFF?
Each flower only lasts 2 to 3 weeks. They do however
constantly produce new flowers from new growth
and will do so almost 5 months a year with bimonthly
feeding. In the winter they will stop flowering and go
dormant depending on your climate.
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HOW DO I WINTERIZE THEM?
They will stay green year-round in mild climates that
remain above freezing. In cold winter areas, they will lose
all of their foliage. Bear in mind they can handle 10F in
the garden and 20F in pots. If you prefer to bring them
inside the home in winter, they will keep their leaves.
Water less in winter allowing the soil to dry a little more
especially if they are partially defoliated.
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has been one of the leading commercial exhibitors at
flower and garden shows for over 50 years in the U.S.
and abroad. We search the globe to find easy-to-grow
plants that are unique in themselves or their variety
making them nearly impossible to find elsewhere. Our
passion and commitment continually asks the question,
“What makes a better, unsurpassed, and more beautiful
flower to behold?”
HOW DROUGHT TOLERANT ARE THEY?
Sun-loving and vigorous, they prefer very well drained,
average soil. These are extremely tolerant of drought
once established. In fact they require good drainage at
all times. They are great for xeriscaping.
Working with growers and breeders from all over the
world, Roberta’s is able to bring you hard-to-find plants
and new species that will be sweethearts for years to
come.
IS PRUNING NECESSARY AND WHEN?
These will keep year round foliage in a warm climate
that stays above freezing. If you are short on space for
a potted plant during the late winter, you may cut them
back hard as hard as you wish but at least ½ its size is
recommended. They will branch out, grow back, and
bloom to full size that same summer. If these are grown
where it goes below freezing and stays above the cold
hardiness of 10F in the garden and 20F in pots, cut them
back to within 3 to 4 inches of soil level in early spring
and they will come back thick and bushy.
Roberta’s Gardens
planting and growing guide
Thank you for bringing us into your home,
Eric, Kevin, and Koort Wallien
First Things First...
New Zealand Hebe
When your plant arrives from Roberta’s, remove it from
the shipping box immediately.
Remove plastic bag and/or sleeve from around potted
plant(s). Discard any packing material clinging to the
leaves or soil. Pull away any yellow or brown leaves that
may have occurred during transit. If you can not plant it
into garden or larger pot within a few days, make sure it
stays well watered.
When ready to plant, do the job as early in the day as
possible to avoid extreme soil temperatures that prevent
proper water uptake from the roots. Water them in well
and whisper a few words of wisdom
(Hebe hybrida)
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quick reference
planting guide
light/sun exposure:
Full Sun to Partial Shade
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hardiness zones:
8 to 11
planting distance:
18-24 inches
mature height/spread:
30 in. Turkish Delight, 18 in.
Strawberry n Cream, 12 in.
Raspberry Ripple
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bloom time:
Late Spring - Late Summer
planting instructions:
Remove plastic bag and sleeve from
around potted plant(s). Discard any
packing material clinging to the leaves or
soil. Transplant into a larger 8 to 10 inch
container with adequate drainage holes.
(soil preparation, depth,
which end is up, etc.)
Planting Guide
1
Remove plastic bag and sleeve from around potted
plant(s). Discard any packing material clinging to the
leaves or soil. Pull away any yellow or brown leaves or
spent flowers that may have occurred during transit. If
you cannot plant it into garden or larger pot within a
few days, make sure it stays well watered.
2
Transplant into a larger 8 to 10 inch container with
adequate drainage holes. If you live where it stays
above 20F they may be planted in the garden. Water
in well. Plants prefer full sun all the way to partial
shade.
3
You should place newly arrived plants outside as
long as evening temperatures stay above 45 degrees
Fahrenheit. Temperatures below 45F will inhibit new
growth.
4
These plants respond to regular summer bimonthly
fertilizing with a balanced houseplant food that
promotes growth and flowering.
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Continuing Care
PLANT PREPARATION
Remove plastic bag and sleeve from around potted plant(s).
Discard any packing material clinging to the leaves or soil. Pull
away any yellow or brown leaves that may have occurred during
transit. If you cannot plant it into garden or larger pot within a few
days, make sure it stays well watered.
POTTED PLANTS
Repot the plants into larger 8 to 10 inch pots separately. You
can transplant gradually one pot size per year up to 12 inches in
diameter.
SOIL
They like bagged potting mixes for houseplants that will drain
well. Most garden centers carry various brand names with perlite,
vermiculite, soil
and sand.
GARDEN PREPARATION
If you live where it rarely dips below 20F they may be planted
directly into the garden. If your soil is clayish amend it with a
standard garden soil for adequate drainage.
PLANTING SPACING
If planting into the garden space If planting into a container allow
for adequate air ventilation on deck or patio.
PLANT HEIGHT AND WIDTH
These will grow up 12 to 30 inches tall and 18 to 30 inches wide.
Turkish Delight is the tallest at 30 inches; Strawberries and Cream
at 18 inches and Raspberry Ripple at 12 inches tall.
WATER
Water the plants thoroughly letting the excess water drain through
the bottom of the pot. Be sure to keep excess water out of any
tray underneath pot. These require below average watering and
are drought tolerant once established. Water less in winter allowing
the soil to dry a little more especially if they are partially defoliated.
FERTILIZER
To promote more flowers use a well balanced fertilizer like
Roberta’s Flower Magic Plant Food (M7503) twice a month April
through October.
LIGHTING
Full sun is best outside in summer. Otherwise a half a day of sun
all the way to partial shaded is sufficient. In the winter inside the
home, bright light is sufficient.
BLOOMING
They will bloom in late spring and persist through late summer if
not longer. This is about 4 to 5 months!
TEMPERATURE ZONE 8 to 11
In pots, these are hardy down to about 20F without damaging the
plant. In the garden they are a little colder tolerant to about 10F.
WINTER SEASON
They will stay green year-round in mild climates that remain above
freezing. In cold winter areas, they will lose all of their foliage. If
you prefer to bring them inside the home in winter, they will keep
their leaves. Water less in winter allowing the soil to dry a little
more especially if they are partially defoliated.
PRUNING
These will keep year round foliage in a warm climate that stays
above freezing. If you are short on space for a potted plant during
the late winter, you may cut them back hard as hard as you wish
but at least ½ its size is recommended. They will branch out, grow
back, and bloom to full size that same summer. If these are grown
where it goes below freezing and stays above the cold hardiness
of 10F in the garden and 20F in pots, cut them back to within 3 to
4 inches of soil level in early spring and they will come back thick
and bushy.
Additional Reference
Hebe
Shipped As Shown
Hebe Raspberry Ripple
in garden in warm climate
Hebe Turkish Delight
in garden in warm climate
Strawberries n Cream
close-up
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