{"product_id":"strawberries-and-cream-hebe-plants","title":"Strawberries \u0026 Cream Hebe Plants","description":"\u003cul class=\"pdp-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact evergreen shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e July to September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained; tolerates chalk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e H4 (hardy in most of UK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot size supplied:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 litre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStrawberries and Cream Hebe – Pink Tips Fading to White\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHebe Strawberries and Cream is one of the most distinctive compact hebes in the range. From midsummer through to early autumn it produces slender flower spikes — clear pink at the tips, fading to white at the base — held above neat, waxy evergreen foliage that pushes out new growth in a deep, striking purple. Compact to 45cm in height and spread, it earns its place in a border or pot long after the flowers have finished: the foliage stays on all year, and the rounded habit needs no intervention to keep it looking tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a PBR-protected variety (sold as Hebe ‘Tullystraw’), bred for compact habit and a long, reliable flowering season. It performs best in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil — rich, moist conditions encourage lush, cold-vulnerable growth. In a container, John Innes No. 2 with added grit works well. A sheltered spot in sun or partial shade suits it across most of the UK. It is particularly well suited to coastal positions, handling salt winds that would damage many other garden plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and Growing Strawberries and Cream Hebe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHebes can go in at any time of year from container stock, though spring and autumn are ideal — the soil is warm and moist, and the plant establishes with minimal stress. No routine pruning is needed. A light trim with shears after the main flush of flowering will keep the shape compact and tidy; avoid cutting into old wood, which does not regenerate. In cold areas, a mulch over the roots in autumn will protect against the worst of the weather. Once settled, Strawberries and Cream is drought-tolerant, long-lived, and largely trouble-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pink-and-white flower spikes of Strawberries and Cream sit very well alongside other compact hebes with complementary colour. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/heartbreaker-hebe-plants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHeartbreaker Hebe\u003c\/a\u003e adds mauve flower spikes and variegated leaves with a pink winter flush, while \u003ca href=\"\/products\/marshmallow-hebe-plants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarshmallow Hebe\u003c\/a\u003e brings soft pink tones on a similarly compact frame. For contrast in a sunny border, the silver foliage of lavender makes a classic partner — Hidcote or Munstead work especially well — from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lavender-plants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elavender collection\u003c\/a\u003e. All three combinations work equally well in a large container grouping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Ashridge?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAshridge Nurseries has been named Best Plant Supplier by Which? Gardening and holds the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award, both based on customer recommendations. We grow in peat-free compost, use biological pest controls wherever possible, and guarantee every plant we send. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hebe-plants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehebe collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen does Hebe Strawberries and Cream flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom midsummer through to early autumn — typically July to September in most UK gardens. The flowering period can extend into October in mild or sheltered positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Strawberries and Cream Hebe get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reaches around 45cm in both height and spread. It is a naturally compact variety and needs no pruning to hold its rounded shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Hebe Strawberries and Cream hardy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is rated H4, meaning it is reliably hardy across most of the UK. In very cold or exposed inland gardens, a light mulch in autumn gives extra root protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Strawberries and Cream Hebe in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt grows well in a container. Use John Innes No. 2 with added grit for drainage, choose a pot at least 30cm across, and water regularly through summer. Feed with a general-purpose fertiliser once a month from April to August.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Hebe Strawberries and Cream attract bees?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The flower spikes are a reliable source of nectar for bees and butterflies from midsummer onwards. This makes it a useful addition to any wildlife-friendly planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo regular pruning is required. A light trim with shears after flowering keeps the plant compact and can extend its productive life. Never cut back into old wood — hebes do not regenerate from hard pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashridge Nurseries","offers":[{"title":"Potted \/ 2 Litre","offer_id":56796794257734,"sku":"HEBESTRCRE-2L","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0947\/0351\/8022\/files\/hebe-strawberries-cream-2-litre-pot.webp?v=1781612154","url":"https:\/\/www.ashridgetrees.co.uk\/products\/strawberries-and-cream-hebe-plants","provider":"Ashridge Nurseries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}