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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.

Myosotidium hortensia (Chatham Island Forget Me Not) plant with lush green foliage and stunning blue flowers.

Myosotidium hortensia (Chatham Island Forget-Me-Not)

Myosotidium hortensia, commonly known as the Chatham Island Forget-Me-Not, is a distinctive and recognisable NZ native. The plants have large, glossy, bright green leaves that can reach up to 60 cm in length. The foliage is complemented with sprays of stunning, bright blue flowers in late spring as it grows to 60 cm tall and 50 cm wide.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical
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Hydrangea 'Blue Wave'

Hydrangea 'Blue Wave' is a stunning lacecap hydrangea known for its vibrant blue flower centres surrounded by delicate outer florets. Flowering through summer, it adds texture and colour to NZ gardens while its lush foliage provides structure.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.25 m
Spread: 1.25 m
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
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Myosotidium hortensia (Chatham Island Forget-Me-Not)

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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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