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Wilting in Hebe
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A New Zealand evergreen shrub with glossy, deep-green foliage and distinctive tubular flower spikes in shades of red, pink, purple, or white that appear from summer to autumn
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Hebe care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to wilting in Hebe. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Water
Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during growth and flowering; reduce in winter for hardy types.
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Temperature
Prefers 50–70°F (10–21°C). Frost-tender; protect from temperatures below 40°F (4°C). Some tolerance to light frosts when mature.
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Soil
Well-draining, moderately fertile soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Add compost at planting and ensure good drainage.
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Symptoms to look for in Hebe
- fiber_manual_recordDrooping leaves and stems
- fiber_manual_recordSoft, limp foliage
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Common causes in Hebe
- fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering (root rot)
- fiber_manual_recordHeat stress
- fiber_manual_recordRoot-bound
- fiber_manual_recordDisease
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How to diagnose wilting in Hebe
Check soil: bone dry = underwatering. Wet + mushy roots = overwatering/root rot. Check temperature and pot size.
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How to treat wilting in Hebe
Water thoroughly if dry. Allow to dry and check roots if overwatered. Repot if root-bound.
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Preventing wilting in Hebe
Consistent watering routine. Appropriate pot size. Avoid extreme temperature fluctuations.