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hebe magic summer

If you’re searching for a plant that delivers year-round colour and easy care, look no further than Hebe Magic Summer. This exceptional shrub is prized across New Zealand gardens for its vibrant foliage, versatility, and low-maintenance nature. Whether you’re rejuvenating an existing border or designing a modern landscape, Hebe Magic Summer stands out as a reliable, visually captivating choice for both beginner and seasoned gardeners.

Hebe Bel Air

Hebe Bel Air is a NZ native shrub that features impressive, lilac-pink flower spikes through summer. These are borne above the lush and glossy, green foliage, which together produce an outstanding plant as it grows to 75 cm tall and the same wide. Hebe Bel Air looks most effective when planted in clusters and is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around outdoor living areas, maintained in a container, or added to a cottage garden. It is also well suited to being mass planted on a bank or the like.

Buy Hebe Bel Air

From $22.88

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 75 cm

Spread: 75 cm

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

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

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

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.

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From $25.58

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

What is Hebe Magic Summer?

Hebe Magic Summer is an evergreen shrub known for its compact, bushy shape and outstanding variegated foliage. The leaves emerge lime-green with creamy-yellow edges, maturing to a blend of deep greens and purples as the seasons change – hence the name ‘Magic Summer’. In summer, this hebe sends up delicate spikes of mauve-lavender flowers, bringing pollinators and a touch of softness to your garden beds.

Ideal Uses for Hebe Magic Summer

Whether planted as a low hedge, border edging, or in containers, Hebe Magic Summer brings year-round interest to your outdoor spaces. Its compact size (reaching around 60cm in height and width) means it’s perfect for smaller gardens or adding structure to mixed perennial beds. Use it to brighten up shaded corners, provide contrast amid darker foliage, or line your pathway with its lively colours. It handles coastal exposure and some drought, making it a practical option for New Zealand’s variable conditions.

Growing and Care Tips

Hebe Magic Summer is undemanding and rewarding to grow. It thrives in well-draining soil with a spot in full sun or part shade. Once established, it’s tolerant of dry spells, though regular watering in the first year will promote a strong root system. An annual trim after flowering helps maintain a neat shape and encourages fresh new growth and vibrant colouring. Hebes are generally pest and disease resistant, perfect for low-fuss, healthy gardening.

Pairing Hebe Magic Summer with Other Hebes

Hebe Magic Summer pairs beautifully with other compact shrub varieties. If you love the vibrant colours and easy nature of hebes, consider planting alongside Hebe Orphan Annie for a pop of purple foliage, or Hebe Bel Air for showy blue blooms. For subtle elegance, try Hebe White Gem (Hebe brachysiphon White Gem) with its crisp white flowers, or complement with the unique variegation of Hebe Jewel Of The Nile. Those seeking a proven performer in a range of garden styles might opt for Hebe Wiri Image for bold texture and strong flowering.

Why Choose Hebe Magic Summer for Your Garden?

Hebe Magic Summer offers truly magical, multi-season colour and structure with almost no fuss. If you want a garden that stays stunning and easy to manage, this hebe is a brilliant solution – and it slots perfectly into both contemporary and cottage designs. Don’t miss out on this adaptable beauty for your next garden project. Explore more gorgeous hebe selections to create a thriving, vibrant landscape all year round.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.