Hebe headfortii 'Snowdrift'
Hebe ‘Snowdrift’ is a stunning, reliable shrub prized for its masses of long, cascading white flowers that create a soft, elegant display through spring and summer. Its narrow green foliage provides year-round structure, while the flowing flower spikes add movement and lightness to the garden.
Cultural
Easy to grow and highly versatile, ‘Snowdrift’ is equally suited to relaxed cottage gardens or neatly clipped, formal plantings.
Soil:
Moist, well-drained soil
Aspect:
Part shade to full sun
Maintenance:
Regular applications of suitable fertilisers such as Seasol and PowerFeed from mid-spring through to late autumn. Light trim in early autumn to maintain form
Water Requirements:
Moderate watering; increase during hot summer periods
Seasonal Interest:
Spring to summer flowering
Landscape Uses
Hebe ‘Snowdrift’ makes an excellent medium-sized shrub for mixed garden beds and borders, where its cascading white flower spikes provide contrast and softness. It is ideal for informal hedging or can be clipped for a neat, formal look. This variety also performs well in large pots and tubs, making it suitable for courtyards and patios. It pairs beautifully with other Hebes, Lavender and medium-sized Salvias.
Dimensions
Height: 1.0m
Width: 75cm
Width: 75cm