New Zealand native Hebe produces spectacular displays of reddish-purple spring flowers that also attract bees. Plant as a filler, in a container or mass plant for blocks of colour.

Fill a seed tray with Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Press mix firmly into tray; water and allow to drain. Sow seed and cover lightly with seed raising mix. Place tray in a warm, shady, sheltered place and mist with water, as required, to keep moist (not wet). Germination times of native seeds vary from 2 weeks to several months. Once seedlings are 3-5cm high, transplant into small individual pots. Grow on until a root ball establishes and transplant into the garden or containers. Cover seeds with a very fine layer of mix only, as light enhances germination. Plant height 75cm – 1.2m