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The hebe golf ball is a top choice for New Zealand gardeners looking for a compact, evergreen shrub that adds structure and year-round colour to their gardens. Recognised for its perfectly rounded form, tidy foliage, and low maintenance requirements, this hebe variety is both practical and visually striking. Whether you’re designing a formal border, adding definition to a pathway, or seeking a hardy filler for rockeries and containers, the hebe golf ball brings instant appeal with its neat shape and reliably lush appearance.

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 summer. It typically grows to 1 m tall and 1 m wide, making it ideal for borders, rock gardens or container planting. This hardy New Zealand-bred variety thrives in full sun or partial shade and tolerates coastal conditions, light frost and dry periods once established. 'Wiri Mist' adds texture and elegance to any garden setting.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock
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Hebe Orphan Annie

Hebe Orphan Annie is grown for its variegated foliage and prolific flowering through summer and autumn. Short flower spikes carrying purple flowers are borne amidst the lush and glossy, cream and green leaves. This NZ native typically grows with a rounded shape to about 50 cm tall and the same wide. Hebe Orphan Annie is ideal for including in a mixed planting, mass planting either as a groundcover or on a bank, adding to borders, including in cottage gardens, or planting around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock, Tropical
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What Sets Hebe Golf Ball Apart?

Hebe golf ball stands out thanks to its naturally spherical growth habit, rarely needing pruning to maintain its shape. The small, glossy green leaves create a dense dome that remains vibrant even in winter, making it a popular alternative to box hedging. Hardy to most New Zealand climates, it thrives in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of coastal conditions and moderate drought once established. This versatility means it looks great in everything from cottage gardens to modern, structured landscapes.

Planting and Care

Plant your hebe golf ball in well-drained soil enriched with compost. Position it in a spot where it receives at least a half day of sunlight for the best foliage colour and densest growth. Water regularly during its first growing season to establish deep roots, then reduce watering as it becomes more drought-tolerant. Lightly trim if needed after flowering to encourage a tidy shape, although most hebe golf ball plants maintain their form naturally with minimal intervention.

Feeding in early spring with a slow-release shrub fertiliser can boost growth and flower production. Mulching around the base will help retain moisture and suppress weeds, especially important in exposed or windy areas.

Landscaping with Hebe Golf Ball

This compact shrub is perfect for forming low hedges, edging garden beds, and adding structure to borders. Try pairing the hebe golf ball with other attractive hebe varieties, such as Hebe Emerald Gem and Hebe Emerald Green, for diverse textures and shades of green. They’re also stunning when combined with flowering types like Hebe Inspiration, Hebe Jewel Of The Nile, or Hebe First Light to create year-round interest and living colour in your outdoor spaces.

Why Choose Hebe Golf Ball for Your Garden?

Choosing hebe golf ball for your garden means selecting a versatile, easy-care plant that brings lasting value and charm to both formal and relaxed settings. Its impeccable shape, evergreen presence, and resilience to New Zealand’s varied conditions make it a favourite for home gardeners and landscapers alike.

Ready to discover more beautiful hebes for your garden? Browse our full range, including favourites like Hebe Emerald Gem, Hebe Emerald Green, Hebe Inspiration, Hebe Jewel Of The Nile, and Hebe First Light, all perfect companions for the stylish hebe golf ball.


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