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hebe small leaf

If you’re searching for a hardy, versatile shrub that brings year-round structure and colour to your garden, look no further than the hebe small leaf. This particular group of Hebes, renowned for their fine foliage and compact form, is perfect for New Zealand gardens of all sizes. Hebe small leaf varieties are especially valuable for those wanting low-maintenance, resilient, and attractive evergreens that perform beautifully in borders, rockeries, or containers. Whether your garden is coastal, exposed, or nestled in an urban setting, these plants contribute both texture and subtle elegance, growing well in our diverse Kiwi conditions.

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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.

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'

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.

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 diosmifolia

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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 'Pretty In Pink'

Hebe 'Pretty In Pink' is an attractive evergreen shrub prized for its colourful foliage, compact habit, and year round garden appeal. The small...

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Hebe 'Quicksilver'

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

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Hebe decumbens plant with white flowers.
Hebe decumbens (Veronica decumbens)

Hebe decumbens is an evergreen shrub that grows to approximately 75 cm in height and 1.5 m in width. The leaves are glossy green and held densely on...

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Hebe cupressoides plant with olive-green foliage.
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A Hebe parviflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush green foliage.
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Hebe pinguifolia 'Sutherlandii' shrub with green foliage.
Hebe Sutherlandii

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Hebe 'Orphan Annie'

Hebe 'Orphan Annie' is an attractive evergreen shrub prized for its colourful variegated foliage, compact growth habit, and year round garden appeal...

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Hebe hectorii

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Hebe Frozen Flame pink and dark green foliage.
Hebe 'Frozen Flame'

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Hebe gracillima plant with white flowers.
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Hebe evenosa plant with green foliage and elegant, white flowers.
Hebe evenosa

Hebe evenosa is a compact evergreen New Zealand native shrub valued for its dense habit, small glossy green foliage, and delicate white to pale lilac...

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Hebe 'Elizabeth'

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Hebe stenophylla (Narrow-Leaved Hebe)

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

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Hebe annulata (Veronica annulata)

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Hebe townsonii

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Hebe 'Eveline' with dark pink flowers and lush green foliage.
Hebe 'Eveline'

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Hebe 'Louis'

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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 '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 'Sunstreak'

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Hebe buxifolia (Boxleaf Hebe)

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Why Choose Hebe Small Leaf Varieties?

Hebe small leaf types stand out for their ability to tolerate wind, salt spray, and even dry periods once established. Their dense, bushy growth makes them a great choice for hedging or groundcover, and they rarely require much pruning to maintain a neat shape. The tight, small leaves on these Hebes mean they don’t just blend into the background—most offer unique leaf colour, variegation, or a flush of vibrant blooms come summer and autumn.

Popular Hebe Small Leaf Selections

Our nursery grows a range of hebe small leaf varieties, each with its own distinct charm. If you appreciate subtle silver-green foliage, consider Hebe Wairua Beauty, which features dainty small leaves and abundant lilac flowers. Those searching for a splash of colour might prefer Hebe Frozen Flame, prized for its eye-catching variegated leaves and compact habit—ideal for brightening up pots and pathways.

For those who want ground-hugging cover, Hebe Louis is a rewarding, prostrate shrub with tiny, glossy green leaves and a mass of white blooms, making it perfect as a living mulch or for filling tricky corners of the garden.

Unique Small-Leaf Hebes for Every Garden

White-flowering Hebes always draw the eye, and Hebe White Gem (Hebe brachysiphon White Gem) is a classic favourite among small-leafed selections. Its crisp foliage and pure white flower spikes provide structure and fresh highlights along borders and in mixed shrub plantings. If you’re interested in a variety well suited to alpine or exposed areas, Hebe subalpina (Subalpine Hebe) features very small, rounded leaves and forms a compact, neat mound—exceptional for rockeries and high-country gardens.

How to Grow and Care for Hebe Small Leaf Plants

For most hebe small leaf shrubs, choose a sunny or partly shaded site with free-draining soil. These New Zealand natives thrive with a bit of airflow and are generally unfussy about soil fertility. Water regularly to establish, especially during the first year, and then only during droughts. Light trimming after flowering will help keep your Hebes looking their best and encourage a tighter habit. A layer of mulch can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

Enhance Your Garden with Hebe Small Leaf Types

No matter your landscape style, hebe small leaf shrubs offer impressive versatility, resilience, and year-round appeal. Explore our fantastic range, including Hebe Wairua Beauty, Hebe Frozen Flame, Hebe Louis, Hebe White Gem (Hebe brachysiphon White Gem), and Hebe subalpina (Subalpine Hebe) to find the ideal addition for your outdoor sanctuary. For expert advice on choosing and planting hebe small leaf varieties, our friendly team is here to help you create a thriving Kiwi garden.


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