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Looking for the perfect "hebe gem" to add beauty, structure, and year-round interest to your New Zealand garden? Hebes are a beloved group of evergreen shrubs, and the hebe gem varieties are known for their compact forms, vibrant foliage, and reliable performance. Whether you want mass colour, hardy low hedging, or easy-care accents for your landscape, the appeal of a hebe gem is unbeatable. With diverse foliage hues and a consistent show of delicate flowers, these compact hebes are ideal for gardeners wanting maximum impact with minimal effort.

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Hebe buxifolia (Boxleaf Hebe)

Hebe buxifolia is a NZ native shrub with glossy leaves that are green with yellow edges. These are adorned by masses of fragrant and showy, white flowers from spring through autumn as it grows to 1 m tall and 1.2 m wide.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.20 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
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Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem'

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Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem' is a vigorous evergreen shrub admired for its fine grey green foliage, naturally rounded habit, and masses of soft mauve flowers produced over a long season. It is an excellent choice for hedging, screening, coastal gardens, borders, and water wise landscapes.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Hebe odora green foliage and elegant, white flowers.
Hebe odora

Hebe odora is a NZ native shrub grown for both its foliage and flowers. The foliage comprises glossy leaves which are green with yellow edges and...

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Hebe Wiri Mist shrub with elegant, white flowers.
Hebe 'Wiri Mist'

Hebe 'Wiri Mist' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its fine green foliage and masses of soft white flowers that appear from late spring through...

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Grevillea 'Canberra Gem'

Grevillea 'Canberra Gem' is a popular evergreen shrub known for its masses of bright red flowers and fine fern like foliage. Flowering over a long...

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Westringia 'Blue Gem'

Westringia 'Blue Gem' is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its fine grey green foliage, naturally dense rounded habit, and masses of soft blue...

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Hebe 'Wairua Beauty'

Hebe 'Wairua Beauty' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its lush green foliage and masses of attractive lilac to mauve flower spikes through...

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Phormium 'Emerald Gem' in a native garden.
Phormium 'Emerald Gem'

Phormium 'Emerald Gem' is a dwarf variety of Mountain Flax or Wharariki. It produces emerald-green leaves and grows to 60 cm tall and 70 cm wide in...

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Hebe diosmifolia

Hebe diosmifolia is a graceful evergreen shrub admired for its fine bright green foliage and masses of small white flowers that cover the plant...

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Hebe 'Snowdrift'

Hebe 'Snowdrift' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of crisp white flower spikes that brighten the garden...

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Hebe salicifolia 'Snowcap' plant with green foliage and white flower spikes.
Hebe 'Snowcap'

Hebe 'Snowcap' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its neat growth habit and masses of crisp white flowers that brighten the garden for extended...

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Hebe Lavender Lace stem with elegant, pink flowers.
Hebe 'Lavender Lace'

Hebe 'Lavender Lace' is an elegant evergreen shrub featuring fine textured foliage and soft lavender flower spikes that bring gentle colour to NZ...

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Euonymus 'Emerald Gem' small hedge with dense green foliage.
Euonymus 'Emerald Gem'

Euonymus 'Emerald Gem' is a hardy, evergreen shrub admired for its dense, compact form and glossy dark green foliage. With its neat rounded shape, it...

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Buxus 'Green Gem'

Buxus 'Green Gem' is a compact, evergreen boxwood plant that is ideal for low hedges, borders, and topiary in New Zealand gardens. It forms a dense...

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A Pittosporum 'Little Gem' (Dwarf Pittosporum) plant with fresh green foliage in a garden.
Pittosporum 'Little Gem'

Pittosporum 'Little Gem' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense growth habit, attractive green foliage, and naturally rounded form. This...

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Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' white flower.
Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem'

Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’ is a compact, evergreen tree prized for its glossy green leaves and large, fragrant white flowers. Growing to...

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Prunus 'Southern Gem'

Prunus 'Southern Gem' is an attractive deciduous flowering tree valued for its beautiful spring blossom and elegant garden form. The branches become...

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Hebe 'Emerald Gem'

Hebe 'Emerald Gem' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its dense growth, rich green foliage, and naturally tidy appearance. Its small leaves form...

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Hebe 'Wiri Gem'

Hebe 'Wiri Gem' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its dense green foliage and abundant mauve to violet flower spikes that brighten the garden...

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Hebe 'White Gem' plant with white flowers and lush green foliage.
Hebe 'White Gem'

Hebe 'White Gem' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its neat green foliage and masses of brilliant white flower spikes that brighten the garden...

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Hebe 'Blue Gem'

Hebe 'Blue Gem' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant blue flower spikes and tidy growth habit. Flowering through summer, it adds a...

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Hebe pinguifolia 'Sutherlandii' shrub with green foliage.
Hebe Sutherlandii

Hebe sutherlandii is a compact NZ native shrub prized for its rounded form and silver grey foliage that adds elegance to any garden. Its neat habit...

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Hebe 'Quicksilver'

Hebe 'Quicksilver' is a distinctive evergreen shrub valued for its fine silvery foliage, compact growth habit, and strong year round garden appeal...

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Hibiscus 'Gem' orange flower.
Hibiscus 'Gem'

Hibiscus 'Gem' is a compact flowering shrub that delivers vibrant colour and reliable summer performance in New Zealand gardens. Its showy blooms...

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Hebe 'George'

Hebe 'George' is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its neat growth habit, appealing foliage, and colourful flowering display. Its dense...

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Hebe stenophylla plant.
Hebe stenophylla (Narrow-Leaved Hebe)

Hebe stenophylla is an evergreen, bushy shrub that grows to about 1 m high and 1.5 m wide. The light green, somewhat drooping leaves are narrow and...

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Azalea 'Orchid Gem' plant with pink and cream flowers.
Azalea 'Orchid Gem'

Azalea 'Orchid Gem' is a beautifully compact evergreen azalea prized for its vivid orchid purple blooms that smother the shrub in spring. Each flower...

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Westringia 'Jervis Gem'

Westringia 'Jervis Gem' is a hardy evergreen shrub valued for its fine grey green foliage, naturally rounded habit, and abundance of soft mauve...

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Grevillea Winpara Gem shrub with masses of red-pink flowers.
Grevillea Winpara Gem (Winpara Gem Grevillea)

Grevillea Winpara Gem is an evergreen shrub featuring showy clusters of colourful flowers. The unusual flowers are bright red, and produced almost...

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Hebe 'Lollipop' purple-black foliage and pink flowers.
Hebe 'Lollipop'

Hebe 'Lollipop' is a compact, evergreen shrub admired for its dense, rounded form and prolific display of lilac to pink flowers. Native to New...

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Hebe elliptica plant with dense green foliage and white flowers.
Hebe elliptica (Shore Hebe)

Hebe elliptica is a hardy evergreen New Zealand native shrub admired for its glossy dark green foliage and abundant white to pale lilac flowers that...

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Hebe albicans grey foliage with elegant, white flowers.
Hebe albicans

Hebe albicans is a NZ native shrub that features showy clusters of small white flowers during summer. The foliage comprises short and thick...

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Hebe buxifolia (Boxleaf Hebe)

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Why Choose Hebe Gem Varieties?

Hebe gem varieties stand out for their versatility and resilience. They tolerate coastal winds, moderate frosts, and the dry spells that New Zealand gardens frequently experience. Their tidy, compact form makes them perfect for borders, rockeries, low hedges, or container plantings. The colourful foliage and clusters of bees-attracting flowers make every hebe gem a fantastic choice for modern, native, and cottage-style gardens alike.

Popular Hebe Gem Choices

If you're after a specific hebe gem variety, consider some of the most sought-after names for their outstanding qualities:

Growing and Caring for Hebe Gem Shrubs

Hebe gem varieties thrive in a sunny or partially shaded spot with free-draining soil. They benefit from occasional mulching and light pruning after flowering to keep their tight form. Avoid heavy soils and water-logged conditions. Hebes generally require little maintenance, yet reward you with abundant colour and texture all year long.

Using Hebe Gem Varieties in Your Garden

A hebe gem is versatile enough for a range of garden styles. Use them as a trimmed low hedge along pathways, mass-plant for groundcover, or pair with grasses and other natives for a contemporary landscape look. Their resilience makes them an excellent choice for coastal gardens and urban courtyards alike, offering lasting shape and visual appeal when many other plants fade.

With a range of stunning options like Hebe White Gem (Hebe brachysiphon White Gem), Hebe Emerald Gem, Hebe Wiri Gem, Hebe Jewel Of The Nile, and Hebe Blue Gem, adding a "hebe gem" to your garden is an investment in colour, structure, and long-lasting beauty. Choose your favourite gem to enjoy year-round texture and charm, perfectly suited for New Zealand gardens.

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