hebe [Midnight Sky]

Suits a range of well-drained soils, but best grown in poor to moderately fertile, neutral to slightly alkaline soil, in sun or partial shade with shelter from cold, drying winds; tolerant of some pollution. Suits container culture

Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn with added bottom heat

Aphids may be a problem

May be affected by a leaf spot, Phytophthora root rot and a downy mildew