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non flowering hebe
Secret Squirrel
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I got a herb last year and it flowered between November and December. So far this year plenty of green growth but no flowers yet. It's in a large pot on the patio semi shade. Any thoughts?
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I got one this year and it is a mass of purple flowers - will be watching this thread with interest to see what I have to do to get it flowering next year
Certainly won't be doing that then
Hi pansyface
Come to think of it I think I did. I take it that's a no no.
I find Hebe to be a bit sulky. They can be either huge beasts which need taming or fussy about conditions. Generally they like moist but well drained soil in almost any aspect, but just to prove me wrong one of my customers has a beauty growing well in heavy clay. If they are trimmed they do sulk, even if done lightly and it takes a year to get them to flower again, sometimes more. If you trimmed it that may well be the cause.
Thanks Dave
I think its going to sulk for a bit as come the spring it needs a haircut