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Key characteristics

Family: Plantaginaceae
Height: 1 to 2 feet
Width: 2 to 3 feet
Flower color: Light to dark pink flowers that fade
Foliage color: Burgundy-purple when young, maturing to dark green, with purple tones in cooler weather
Bloom time: Summer
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate once established
Maintenance: Low; light pruning after flowering
Growing zone: USDA zones 7 to 9
Wildlife: Flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies

Shrubs

Hebe x hybrid 'Pretty 'n Pink'

Pretty 'n Pink Hebe

Hebe x hybrid 'Pretty 'n Pink' is an evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant year-round foliage and compact, spreading habit. The glossy, burgundy-purple new growth gradually transitions to deep green, with cooler months enhancing purple tones. This dynamic foliage is accompanied by clusters of bright pink flowers that bloom through summer and gradually fade, creating a lovely contrast.

Originating from New Zealand, this hybrid thrives in a range of garden styles, including rock gardens, borders, and container plantings.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Moderate once established

Bloom time

Summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Sun Gardens
Rock Gardens
Containers
Coastal Gardens

Companion plants

Manzanita · California lilac · Poppy · Foxtail lily · Oregano · Globe artichoke

Design tip

Use ‘Pretty ‘n Pink’ to repeat burgundy tones elsewhere in the garden. Its purple new growth can echo dark-leaved perennials or grasses, while the bright pink summer flowers introduce a lighter accent without changing the overall color scheme.

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