25x Hebe Elliptica - $4.99 each
Hebe (Veronica) elliptica
Overview
Hebe (Veronica) elliptica is a hardy, evergreen New Zealand native shrub well known for its resilience and natural beauty. With its dense, rounded form and glossy green leaves, it provides excellent structure and texture year-round. This species thrives in coastal and exposed environments, making it a popular choice for coastal gardens, shelter belts, and restoration projects.
Key Features
Foliage: Broad, oval, glossy green leaves arranged in opposite pairs, giving a neat and uniform appearance.
Flowers / Fruit: Short spikes of pale lilac to white flowers appear in late spring to summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Form & Habit: Dense, bushy, rounded shrub with compact branching and uniform shape.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Cultural & Ecological Value: A true coastal native—highly tolerant of wind, salt, and cold. Provides valuable shelter and habitat for wildlife.
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 1 m |
| Spread | 1 m |
| Form | Dense rounded shrub |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water | Low to moderate once established; drought-tolerant |
| Soil | Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy and coastal conditions |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Very hardy; tolerates coastal frost and wind |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
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Ideal for coastal gardens, shelter belts, and native plantings
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Excellent for hedging or mass planting
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Provides structure and evergreen cover in mixed borders
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Great companion for grasses, flax, and low native shrubs
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Light trim after flowering or annually to maintain compact shape.
Watering: Moderate during establishment; minimal once established.
Feeding: Use a slow-release native fertiliser in spring if required.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free; thrives in open, airy sites.
Additional Tips
Performs best in sunny, well-drained positions and can handle harsh, windy sites. A mulch layer helps retain soil moisture and reduce weeds.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
Hebe elliptica is one of New Zealand’s most widespread coastal Hebes, naturally occurring from the North Island down to Southland and Stewart Island.
Why Choose Hebe (Veronica) elliptica?
An exceptionally tough and attractive native shrub that combines beauty with resilience—perfect for exposed, salt-laden sites and low-maintenance landscapes.
Pot Size:
These are our standard size in 7 cm 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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