<i>Veronica albicans</i> ‘Red Edge’ | Red Edge Hebe
DESCRIPTION
Veronica albicans 'Red Edge' is an attractive evergreen shrub that adds color and texture to the garden with its narrow gray-green leaves edged in vibrant crimson-red, which deepen in cooler temperatures. This striking foliage remains interesting year-round and contrasts beautifully with the white and purple summer flowers that attract bees and butterflies. Growing 1-2 feet tall and wide, 'Red Edge' has a compact, rounded habit, making it perfect for borders, rockeries, or low hedges. With minimal maintenance required, a light pruning after flowering helps maintain its bushy shape, while its resistance to pests and diseases enhances its appeal as a low-maintenance option for mild climates.
DESCRIPTION
Veronica albicans 'Red Edge' is an attractive evergreen shrub that adds color and texture to the garden with its narrow gray-green leaves edged in vibrant crimson-red, which deepen in cooler temperatures. This striking foliage remains interesting year-round and contrasts beautifully with the white and purple summer flowers that attract bees and butterflies. Growing 1-2 feet tall and wide, 'Red Edge' has a compact, rounded habit, making it perfect for borders, rockeries, or low hedges. With minimal maintenance required, a light pruning after flowering helps maintain its bushy shape, while its resistance to pests and diseases enhances its appeal as a low-maintenance option for mild climates.
DESCRIPTION
Veronica albicans 'Red Edge' is an attractive evergreen shrub that adds color and texture to the garden with its narrow gray-green leaves edged in vibrant crimson-red, which deepen in cooler temperatures. This striking foliage remains interesting year-round and contrasts beautifully with the white and purple summer flowers that attract bees and butterflies. Growing 1-2 feet tall and wide, 'Red Edge' has a compact, rounded habit, making it perfect for borders, rockeries, or low hedges. With minimal maintenance required, a light pruning after flowering helps maintain its bushy shape, while its resistance to pests and diseases enhances its appeal as a low-maintenance option for mild climates.
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Family: Scrophulariaceae
Height: 1-2 feet
Width: 1-2 feet
Foliage color: Gray-green with crimson-red edges
Flower color: White and purple
Bloom time: Summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering
Growing zone: 8-10
Wildlife attractors: Bees and butterflies are attracted to the white flowers
