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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 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 becomes adorned with masses of fragrant and showy, white flowers from spring through autumn. It grows with a rounded habit and typically reaches 1 m tall and 1.2 m wide.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.20 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Rock
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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
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Hebe 'Lavender Lace'

Hebe 'Lavender Lace' is an elegant evergreen shrub featuring fine textured foliage and soft lavender flower spikes that bring gentle 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 'Wairua Beauty'

Hebe 'Wairua Beauty' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its lush green foliage and masses of attractive lilac to mauve flower spikes through...

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Hebe salicifolia 'Snowcap' plant with green foliage and white flower spikes.
Hebe 'Snowcap'

Hebe 'Snowcap' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its neat growth habit and masses of crisp white flowers that brighten the garden for extended...

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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 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 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 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 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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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 allanii plant.
Hebe allanii

Hebe allanii is a compact New Zealand native evergreen shrub admired for its neat growth habit, attractive green foliage, and delicate white to pale...

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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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Veronica penduncularis Oxford Blue (Creeping Speedwell)

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Hebe Wiri Mist shrub with elegant, white flowers.
Hebe 'Wiri Mist'

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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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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 '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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Hebe chathamica plant with lush green foliage and light pink flowers.
Hebe chathamica

Hebe chathamica is a compact New Zealand native shrub valued for its lush green foliage and attractive white flower spikes. Flowering in summer, it...

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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 'Elizabeth'

Hebe 'Elizabeth' is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its neat growth habit, appealing foliage, and colourful seasonal flowers. Its dense...

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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 '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 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 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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Hebe 'Autumn Glory' with dark green foliage and purple flowers.
Hebe 'Autumn Glory'

Hebe 'Autumn Glory' is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its glossy foliage and colourful flower spikes that appear through late summer and...

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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 'George'

Hebe 'George' is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its neat growth habit, appealing foliage, and colourful flowering display. Its dense...

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Hebe 'Quicksilver'

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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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