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hebe veronica

If you’re searching for a standout New Zealand native shrub for your garden, hebe veronica should be at the top of your list. Known for their year-round foliage and prolific blooms, Hebe veronica is a gardener’s favourite for low-maintenance, show-stopping borders, ground covers, and containers. With their resilient nature, compact habit, and continuous pops of colour, hebes are ideal for coastal gardens, urban landscapes, and native plantings across New Zealand.

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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Hebe buxifolia (Boxleaf Hebe)

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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 'First Light'

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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...

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Hebe 'Waireka'

Hebe 'Waireka' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its attractive green foliage and masses of soft lilac to white flower spikes through the...

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Hebe 'Red Edge'

Hebe 'Red Edge' is a compact evergreen shrub known for its distinctive foliage with red tinged edges that intensify in cooler weather, adding year...

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Hebe 'Wiri Image'

Hebe 'Wiri Image' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of attractive mauve to violet flower spikes that...

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Hebe 'Marie Antoinette'

Hebe 'Marie Antoinette' is an attractive evergreen shrub featuring lush green foliage and soft pink flower spikes that bring elegant colour to NZ...

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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'

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Hebe odora prostrata (Veronica odora prostrata)

Hebe odora prostrata is grown for both its elegant, spreading foliage and flowers. The foliage comprises small and glossy dark green leaves, which...

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Hebe annulata (Veronica annulata)

Hebe annulata is a lovely, evergreen shrub that features tiny, yellow-green leaves. These are held densely on short branches that spread like a fan...

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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 evenosa plant with green foliage and elegant, white flowers.
Hebe evenosa (Veronica evenosa)

Hebe evenosa is a NZ native that grows as a dense and rounded plant carrying small and glossy, mid-green leaves held densely on short stems. The...

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Hebe pimeleoides (Veronica pimeleoides)

Hebe pimeleoides is a compact native shrub valued for its fine textured foliage and soft white to pale lilac flowers that appear through summer. This...

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A Hebe speciosa (Napuka) shrub with lush green foliage and pink-purple flowers.
Hebe speciosa (Veronica speciosa)

Hebe speciosa, commonly known as Napuka, is a beautiful New Zealand native shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and vibrant flower spikes...

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Hebe laingii with green foliage and white flowers.
Hebe laingii (Veronica laingii)

Hebe laingii is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its fine foliage and soft lavender to pale purple flower spikes that brighten NZ gardens through...

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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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Veronica penduncularis Oxford Blue (Creeping Speedwell)

“Oxford Blue” is a variety of Veronica which features delicate, blue flowers. The small flowers are produced from late winter through spring above...

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Hebe Jewel Of The Nile

Hebe Jewel Of The Nile features showy, purple flower clusters from summer through autumn. These are held above the colourful foliage which emerges...

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Hebe Violet Cushion

Hebe Violet Cushion is a popular variety of Hebe due to both its colourful foliage and flowers. It grows as a rounded shrub carrying fine, mid-green...

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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 'Black Satin' plant with dark foliage and pink flowers.
Hebe Black Satin

Hebe Black Satin is a popular variety of Hebe due to both its colourful foliage and flowers. It grows as a rounded shrub carrying glossy, dark purple...

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Hebe 'Sunstreak' plant with variegated foliage.
Hebe Sunstreak

Hebe Sunstreak is a fast growing, NZ native shrub that features variegated foliage and pretty flowers. It grows with a dense and busy habit producing...

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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 Quicksilver

Hebe Quicksilver grows as a rounded shrub carrying fine, blue-silver foliage, held on near black stems. The foliage is complemented with purple...

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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 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 Elizabeth

Hebe Elizabeth is an exquisite variety that features masses of showy, bright pink flower spikes during summer and autumn. These are complemented with...

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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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What is Hebe Veronica?

Hebe veronica, often simply called "hebe" in New Zealand, describes a diverse group of evergreen shrubs in the Plantaginaceae family. The names "hebe" and "veronica" are sometimes used interchangeably due to past reclassification, but they both refer to an iconic group of native New Zealand plants. Hebe veronica species and cultivars vary greatly, from ground-hugging forms to tall, architectural shrubs with sculptural stems and glossy, neat leaves. Their dainty flower spikes bloom in shades of white, lavender, purple, pink, and blue—providing vital nectar for bees and pollinators.

Why Grow Hebe Veronica in Your Garden?

Hebe veronica is celebrated for its year-round good looks and versatility in both formal and naturalistic garden designs. These hardy natives perform beautifully in New Zealand conditions, tolerating coastal wind, occasional drought, and poor soils. They rarely demand more than a quick shape-up with the secateurs, and with so many forms available, there’s a hebe veronica variety for every garden style.

For inspiration, explore Hebe pimeleoides (Veronica pimeleoides) for compact, grey-green foliage and clusters of lavender blooms, or Hebe cupressoides (Veronica cupressoides) for a fine-leaved, architectural accent. Gardeners who love vibrant colour may appreciate the striking foliage of Hebe Ohau (Veronica Ohau), while Hebe laingii (Veronica laingii) offers a neat, rounded habit and masses of soft purple flowers. If you crave something unique, Hebe Otari Delight (Veronica Otari Delight) showcases lush green leaves and deep violet blooms through the warmer months.

Planting and Care Tips for Hebe Veronica

Hebe veronica is one of the easiest shrubs to grow in New Zealand. Plant your hebe in full sun to partial shade, in free-draining soil, and water regularly until established. Most varieties require little more fuss—pruning spent flowers and any wayward growth will keep your shrub compact and encourage new blooms. Hebes are generally free from pests but may require protection from extreme frosts in colder regions.

Because of their resilience, hebes make excellent choices for coastal gardens and can be used in exposed positions. They also work well as low hedging around paths, mass-planted under trees, or even in containers for patios and courtyards.

Discover More New Zealand Natives

Whether you're seeking year-round colour or tough natives for exposed spots, hebe veronica is sure to delight. For a wide selection of stunning Hebe varieties, browse our range including Hebe pimeleoides (Veronica pimeleoides), Hebe cupressoides (Veronica cupressoides), Hebe Ohau (Veronica Ohau), Hebe laingii (Veronica laingii), and Hebe Otari Delight (Veronica Otari Delight) to find the perfect fit for your garden.

Add a splash of colour and native flair with hebe veronica, and enjoy easy-care beauty for years to come.


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