Hebe Wiri Mist
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Mist’
Overview
A beautiful and uniquely hardy New Zealand native ground-cover shrub, Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Mist’ forms a dense, spreading mat of grey-green foliage topped with masses of small white flowers in spring. Tough, reliable, and highly ornamental, it is an exceptional choice for large-scale landscaping, banks, borders, and mass planting.
Key Features
Foliage:
Soft grey-green leaves forming a dense, low, spreading canopy that suppresses weeds and adds gentle texture to the landscape.
Flowers / Fruit:
Profuse clusters of small white flowers covering the shrub in spring. Highly attractive to bees and beneficial insects.
Form & Habit:
Low, spreading, ground-cover habit with a width considerably greater than its height—excellent for filling space quickly.
Growth Rate:
Fast to moderate.
Cultural & Ecological Value:
A valuable nectar source for pollinators and ideal for erosion control on embankments and dry slopes.
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 50 cm |
| Spread | 1.5 m |
| Form | Low, spreading ground cover |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Water | Low to moderate once established |
| Soil | Prefers free-draining soils; tolerates sandy or rocky sites |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy in most NZ climates; shelter from severe inland frost if possible |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
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Mass planting for banks, slopes, and large garden areas
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Low ground cover in mixed plantings
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Coastal or dry garden landscapes
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Borders, pathways, and edging
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Light trim after flowering helps maintain density and encourages fresh growth.
Watering: Low water requirements once established; avoid wet, heavy soils.
Feeding: A general garden fertiliser in spring is sufficient.
Pests & Diseases: Generally disease-resistant and reliably hardy.
Additional Tips
Ideal for covering large areas with minimal maintenance. Excellent for erosion control and for softening hard landscape edges.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
The Wiri series of hebes was bred in New Zealand for toughness, long flowering, and excellent landscape performance—‘Wiri Mist’ is one of the best ground-cover forms.
Why Choose Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Mist’?
A tough, fast-covering, and beautifully flowering ground cover that thrives in a wide range of conditions—perfect for large-scale landscaping or low-maintenance gardens.
Pot Size:
These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.
Pot Size:
Standard Pot = 7cm Square
Large Pot = 9cm Square
Extra Large Pot = 1.5L Round
Use this guide to see how many plants of your selected pot size fit into a half or full carton.
Standard Pot = 25 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 10 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 5 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Standard Pot = 50 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 25 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 10 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Product Size:
The photo next to the ruler shows an example of the plant for sale (cm's) to give an indication of the size. Please note that the photo is for reference only; the size and appearance of the plant may vary.
Please Note:
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