Hebe Wiri Image

Hebe Wiri Image (Veronica Wiri Image)

Common Names: Wiri Hebe, NZ Hebe
Family: Plantaginaceae
Origin: New Zealand (garden selection)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub

Overview:

Hebe Wiri Image (also known as Veronica Wiri Image) is a compact, hardy New Zealand native shrub prized for its colourful foliage and neat, rounded form. With year-round interest and excellent tolerance of wind, coastal exposure, and light frost, it is a reliable choice for low-maintenance gardens.

Key Features:

Foliage: Glossy green leaves with strong bronze-red margins, intensifying in cooler months
Flowers / Fruit: Mauve-lilac flower spikes in late spring to early summer, attractive to pollinators
Form & Habit: Dense, rounded, naturally tidy growth
Growth Rate: Moderate
Cultural & Ecological Value: Provides shelter and nectar for beneficial insects

Mature Size:

Ideal Growing Conditions:

Landscaping & Garden Uses:

• Low hedging or edging plant

• Mass planting for colour contrast

• Coastal and windy site planting

• Containers and small gardens

Care & Maintenance:

Pruning: Light trim after flowering to maintain shape
Watering: Regular during establishment; minimal once established
Feeding: General slow-release fertiliser in spring
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free

Additional Tips:

Mulch well to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Performs best with good air circulation and drainage.

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:

The Wiri Hebe series was developed in Auckland for toughness and compact form, making it especially well suited to urban and coastal New Zealand gardens.

Why Choose Hebe Wiri Image?

If you want a colourful, compact NZ native that stays tidy without constant pruning, Hebe Wiri Image is a proven performer that delivers year-round appeal with minimal effort.

Pot Size:
These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.