Hebe s a group of evergreen flowering shrubs of the Southern Hemisphere. There are dozens of species (kinds) of hebes. Others are found in Australia and temperate South America. Hebes have tough leaves. Some species have overlapping, scalelike leaves like those of cypresses. Hebe flowers may be violet-blue, pink, or white. Some cultivated types have red flowers. Hebes grow well in well-drained soil in a sunny position and do best in areas with frost-free winters. They also require protection from strong winds.
