Common name: Hebe 'Sutherlandii'

Description: This elegant evergreen shrub features narrow, grey-green foliage that creates a neat, compact mound of year-round interest. In summer, long spikes of white flowers appear, creating an attractive display against the grey-green leaves. The compact habit and refined appearance make it perfect for containers, front-of-border positions, and coastal gardens. 'Sutherlandii' (also known as 'Toparia') is ideal for adding evergreen structure to mixed borders, providing year-round interest in containers, or creating low hedges. The grey-green foliage provides excellent contrast with darker greens whilst the white flower spikes bring summer colour. This hardy hebe requires minimal maintenance.

Other benefits: evergreen foliage, compact habit, year-round interest, suitable for containers, coastal tolerant, low maintenance

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 60cm x 60cm

Position: full sun to partial shade

Soil pH: adaptable; performs well in neutral to slightly alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering needs; well-drained soil essential

Winter hardiness: hardy to -10°C