Hebe Garden Beauty
Hebe ‘Garden Beauty’ (Veronica ‘Garden Beauty’)
Common Names: Hebe Garden Beauty
Family: Plantaginaceae
Origin: Garden cultivar
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Overview
Hebe ‘Garden Beauty’ (Veronica ‘Garden Beauty’) is a compact, medium-growing evergreen shrub admired for its tidy form and profuse early spring flowering. With narrow, glossy dark green leaves and masses of delicate white to pale lavender blooms, this hardy hebe brings fresh seasonal colour and year-round structure to borders and native-inspired gardens. It is an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes requiring reliable performance.
Key Features
Foliage: Narrow, glossy dark green leaves providing neat year-round structure
Flowers / Fruit: Abundant small flower heads of tiny white to pale lavender flowers in early spring
Form & Habit: Compact, rounded shrub with dense growth
Growth Rate: Moderate
Cultural & Ecological Value: Early nectar source for bees and beneficial insects
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 60cm |
| Spread | 80cm |
| Form | Compact, rounded shrub |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerant once established |
| Soil | Well-drained soil; adaptable to most garden soils |
| pH Range | Slightly acid to neutral |
| Frost Tolerance | Very hardy; tolerates frost and exposed conditions |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
• Low informal hedge or border plant
• Mass planting for tidy structure
• Suitable for coastal and exposed sites
• Ideal for smaller gardens or container planting
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Light trim after flowering to maintain compact shape
Watering: Regular watering during establishment; minimal once established
Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring if required
Pests & Diseases: Generally hardy and low maintenance
Additional Tips
Plant in full sun for the best flowering display. Regular light pruning will help maintain a dense, attractive form.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
Hebes are uniquely associated with New Zealand flora, and many modern cultivars like ‘Garden Beauty’ have been selected for improved compact growth and extended flowering performance.
Why Choose Hebe ‘Garden Beauty’?
For a tough, compact shrub that delivers masses of delicate spring flowers and glossy evergreen foliage, Hebe ‘Garden Beauty’ is a reliable and attractive choice for NZ 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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