This major work, prepared by Lawrie Metcalf over the last fifteen years provides an invaluable reference for all those interested in growing Hebe as garden plants, as well as those involved in correct naming of cultivars. It contains:
* Names and descriptions of nearly 800 Hebe cultivars, including synonyms, incorrect and invalid names
* Major sections on the taxonomy of Hebe prepared by Professor Philip Garnock-Jones and on the history of Hebe as a garden plant by Dr Peter Heenan.