Hebe Newbie :)

I'm growing a Hebe (Heartbreaker variety I think.. pink tips?) in a large pot on my balcony. It has almost doubled in size since I bought it so I think its happy. However, I have some questions:

• Is it normal that its quite yellow at the moment (August) - I'm sure it is usually greener.
• Are the tips supposed to be pink all year round or is it normal they have faded?
• Look closely in the photo (attached); there is a new shoot in the plant which appears to be completely green, almost like a different species. Is this normal?

Any help much appreciated. Thanks in advance guys.

 

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