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hebe nana

Searching for the perfect compact shrub to liven up your garden all year round? Hebe nana is a fantastic choice for adding structure, colour, and texture to even the smallest outdoor spaces. Loved by New Zealand gardeners, hebe nana varieties are prized for their neat, naturally rounded shape and petite size, making them ideal for rock gardens, containers, borders, or mass planting. Whether you’re refreshing a sunny front yard or creating a low-maintenance courtyard display, hebe nana offers all the versatility and resilience you’d expect from NZ native shrubs.

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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
Hebe Wiri Mist shrub with elegant, white flowers.

Hebe 'Wiri Mist'

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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.

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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
Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' (prostrate Juniper) growing as a tidy ground cover.
Juniperus procumbens 'Nana' (Japanese Dwarf Juniper)

Juniperus procumbens 'Nana', commonly known as the Prostrate Juniper, is a ground-hugging conifer that forms a carpet of blue-green, needle-like...

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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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Ophiopogon japonicus nana (dwarf Mondo grass) growing between paving stones.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana'

Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana' is a dwarf or mini Mondo Grass grown for its delicate, dark green foliage. Flower spikes are borne in summer and bear...

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Cryptomeria japonica monstrosa nana shrub with fine, brown foliage in winter.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Monstrosa Nana'

Cryptomeria japonica 'Monstrosa Nana' is a unique dwarf Japanese Cedar prized for its dense sculptural foliage and naturally compact rounded form...

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Hebe annulata (Veronica annulata)

Hebe annulata is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its compact form, appealing foliage, and ability to bring year round structure to the...

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Hebe hulkeana plant with flowers.
Hebe hulkeana (Veronica hulkeana)

Hebe hulkeana is a beautiful New Zealand native shrub admired for its soft blue green foliage and masses of fragrant lilac pink flowers that appear...

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Abies balsamea 'Nana'

Abies balsamea 'Nana' (Dwarf Balsam Fir) is a compact evergreen conifer prized for its dense growth habit, rich green foliage, and naturally rounded...

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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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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 brachyphylla stem with green leaves edged with red and white flowers.
Hebe macrantha

Hebe macrantha is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub admired for its lush green foliage and large white to pale lilac flowers that appear...

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Hebe subalpina with white flowers and green foliage.
Hebe subalpina (Subalpine Hebe)

Hebe subalpina is a resilient NZ native shrub that brings structure and greenery to a wide range of landscapes. With its compact, bushy form and...

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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 townsonii

Hebe townsonii is a hardy New Zealand native evergreen shrub admired for its dense grey green foliage and attractive spikes of white flowers that...

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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 'Sunstreak' plant with variegated foliage.
Hebe 'Sunstreak'

Hebe 'Sunstreak' is a colourful evergreen shrub admired for its striking variegated foliage, featuring green leaves edged with creamy yellow that...

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Hebe gracillima plant with white flowers.
Hebe gracillima

Hebe gracillima is an evergreen shrub that grows to approximately 1.2 m in height and 1.5 m in width. The foliage comprises narrow, spear-shaped...

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Hebe 'Amy' with dark green foliage and purple flowers.
Hebe 'Amy'

Hebe 'Amy' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage and attractive flower spikes. Flowering through summer, it produces soft...

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A Hebe parviflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush green foliage.
Hebe parviflora

Hebe parviflora features long, narrow leaves and grows into a rounded shrub about 1.5 m high and 2 m wide. The foliage is adorned in summer with...

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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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Leucothoe fontanesiana nana shrub with colourful foliage.
Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Nana' (Coastal Doghobble)

Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Nana' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage, neat growth habit, and attractive seasonal colour. New...

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Hebe 'Violet Cushion'

Hebe 'Violet Cushion' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its dense foliage, neat rounded habit, and attractive violet flowers. Its tidy growth...

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Hebe pinguifolia olive-green foliage held densely.
Hebe pinguifolia

Hebe pinguifolia is an evergreen, spreading shrub that grows to a height of just 30 cm and a width of 90 cm. It has fleshy, blue-grey leaves, and in...

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Hebe 'Ohakea' with pink flowers and green foliage.
Hebe 'Ohakea'

Hebe 'Ohakea' is a hardy and attractive evergreen shrub known for its tidy growth and soft lilac to pale purple flower spikes that add gentle colour...

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Hebe speciosa 'Magenta'

Hebe speciosa 'Magenta' is a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its vibrant magenta flowers and lush green foliage. The colourful blooms are...

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Hebe 'Ohau' with purple flowers and green foliage.
Hebe 'Ohau'

Hebe 'Ohau' is a compact and hardy evergreen shrub featuring lush green foliage and soft mauve to pale purple flower spikes that brighten NZ gardens...

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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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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 'Caledonia' plant with purple foliage and pink-purple flowers.
Hebe 'Caledonia'

Hebe 'Caledonia' is an attractive evergreen shrub admired for its rich green foliage with colourful purple tones and its masses of soft mauve flowers...

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Berberis 'Aurea Nana' (Japanese Barberry)

Berberis 'Aurea Nana' is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its brilliant golden yellow foliage that provides outstanding colour throughout the...

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Hebe buxifolia (Boxleaf Hebe)

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Why Choose Hebe Nana?

Hebe nana is celebrated for its dwarf, compact growth habit (hence the “nana” name), typically reaching just 30cm to 50cm tall—perfect for smaller gardens or formal plantings. Its evergreen foliage provides reliable structure year-round, while bees and pollinators are drawn to the dainty flower spikes that appear from late spring to summer. Many hebe nana cultivars also boast vibrant new growth or colourful leaf edges, injecting even more visual interest through the seasons.

Growing Conditions for Hebe Nana

Like the wider Hebe family, hebe nana varieties thrive in a wide range of conditions. Full sun to part shade, and well-drained soils suit them best, though they can tolerate coastal winds and dry periods once established. Plant hebe nana where it will shine as an edging plant, ground cover, or accent shrub. Minimal pruning is needed—just tidy up any straggly shoots after flowering to encourage bushiness. Hebe nana is also well suited to container gardening, making it a superb option for patios and small-space landscapes.

Complementary Hebe and Dwarf Shrubs

There are many eye-catching Hebe and dwarf shrubs to use alongside hebe nana for added variety and year-round appeal. The silvery foliage of Hebe Orphan Annie pairs beautifully with the tidy habit of hebe nana, while Hebe Catherine brings soft lavender blooms that harmonise in mixed borders. For a splash of colour, Hebe Red Edge (Hebe albicans Red Edge) features striking red-margined leaves, and Hebe First Light provides a subtle, pink-flushed tone. If you’re seeking compact conifers to plant nearby, Abies balsamea Nana (Dwarf Balsam Fir) offers contrasting fine green needles and a similar low, mounding form.

Practical Uses for Hebe Nana in New Zealand Gardens

Hebe nana is the ultimate go-to for low borders, mass plantings, and low-maintenance gardens in New Zealand. Its hardiness and adaptability also make it perfect for beginner gardeners and seasoned plant lovers alike. Use hebe nana to define pathways or lawn edges, provide year-round structure between flowering perennials, or create a lush, evergreen backdrop in containers. Its small size ensures it doesn’t outgrow its spot, and the nectar-rich blooms support local pollinator populations. With careful placement, hebe nana brings beauty and a distinctly New Zealand vibe to both classic and modern garden designs.

Whether you’re starting a new landscape or refreshing an existing bed, hebe nana’s manageable size, attractive foliage, and resilience make it an asset in any garden. Explore our collection of hebe shrubs and discover the perfect companions to enhance your garden’s colour and structure.

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