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blue flowering hebe

Searching for the perfect blue flowering hebe for your New Zealand garden? You're in the right place. Hebes are beloved Kiwi shrubs, thriving across the country and offering dazzling blooms paired with glossy evergreen foliage. If you want to add a refreshing burst of blue to your borders, containers, or landscape, blue flowering hebe varieties make a stunning and easy-care choice. Whether you're designing a low-maintenance garden, attracting pollinators, or simply longing for reliable pops of colour, hebe shrubs hold year-round appeal.

Hebe Margret

Hebe Margret bears clusters of lilac-blue flowers that fade to white with age. These are held above the dense, dark green leaves, and affords a lovely contrast. This NZ native grows as a bushy, evergreen shrub to about 40 cm tall and 50 cm wide, performing best when grown in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. Hebe Margret is commonly included in a mixed or border planting, maintained in a container, included in cottage gardens, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools, or mass planted either on a bank or as a ground cover plant for an effective display.

Buy Hebe Margret

From $22.88

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 40 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock

Hebe Red Edge (Hebe albicans Red Edge)

Hebe Red Edge is a NZ native that features masses of small but pretty, lilac-coloured flowers which gradually fade to white. These are produced through summer and autumn amidst the small and thick, grey-green leaves that emerge purple and have a red margin. This evergreen shrub grows densely with a rounded shape to about 60 cm tall and the same wide. Hebe Red Edge is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, grown in a container, planted around outdoor living areas, or mass planted on a bank or the like for a very effective display.

Buy Hebe Red Edge (Hebe albicans Red Edge)

From $20.18

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 60 cm

Spread: 60 cm

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock

Why Choose a Blue Flowering Hebe?

Blue flowering hebe varieties offer more than just brilliant colour—they’re hardy, compact, and ideal for New Zealand conditions. With a long flowering season, these hebes provide nectar for bees and butterflies, making your garden a haven for wildlife. Their tidy growth habit suits contemporary spaces just as well as cottage gardens. Hebes are drought-tolerant once established and withstand coastal exposures, meaning they're perfect for gardeners seeking resilience alongside beauty.

Top Blue Flowering Hebe Varieties

The New Zealand native hebe family features many shades of blue, from rich indigo to soft sky tones. One standout is Hebe Margret, boasting deep blue-purple blooms and compact foliage—an excellent choice for borders or pots. If you prefer a bolder look, Hebe Wiri Image displays vibrant blue-violet flowers from spring into summer and a strong upright habit.

While searching for blue flowering hebes, don’t overlook popular hybrids with subtle blue hues. For example, Hebe Red Edge (Hebe albicans Red Edge) combines blue-toned flower spikes with attractive foliage featuring a distinctive red edge. These selections adapt well to local conditions and deliver joyous colour, even in smaller urban gardens.

Planting and Care Tips for Hebe Shrubs

Hebes are easy-going, but a few simple tips will help them thrive. Plant them in well-draining soil and provide full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid heavy feeding—hebess dislike rich, wet soils. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage bushy growth and maintain their neat form. Water young plants regularly, especially during dry spells. Established blue flowering hebes are remarkably drought-tolerant and withstand most pests and diseases.

Companion Plants for Blue Flowering Hebe

Blue-flowered hebes partner effortlessly with other garden favourites, creating harmonious planting schemes. Pair them with hydrangeas for layered blue tones—Hydrangea Blue Deckle is a superb option, offering lacy blue blossoms that echo hebe’s hues. For fragrant foliage and additional blue blooms, consider Prostanthera Eddington Blue (Mint Bush Plant)—its aromatic leaves and cool-toned flowers complement hebes beautifully.

Why Buy Your Blue Flowering Hebe from Us?

We’re passionate about bringing you the best blue flowering hebes and companion shrubs suited to New Zealand gardens. From reliable classics like Hebe Margret and Hebe Wiri Image to striking options like Hebe Red Edge (Hebe albicans Red Edge), our selection ensures you’ll find the ideal match for your landscape. Explore our range online, and discover plants that transform your garden with vibrant blue colour and lasting charm.

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