Hebe Wiri Charm
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Charm’
Common names: Wiri Charm Hebe
Family: Plantaginaceae
Origin: New Zealand hybrid (Wiri series)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Overview
Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Charm’ is a compact, free-flowering hebe bred in the renowned Wiri series. Known for its vibrant pink-purple flowers and tidy rounded form, it is one of the best choices for long-season colour in low-maintenance native gardens. Hardy, reliable, and beautifully shaped, it fits perfectly into borders, coastal gardens, and mixed plantings.
Key Features
Foliage: Small to medium glossy green leaves arranged densely along the stems; maintains a clean, rounded form year-round.
Flowers / Fruit: Showy pink-purple flower spikes from late spring through summer, often with repeat flushes; highly attractive to bees and butterflies.
Form & Habit: Compact, rounded shrub typically around 60–80cm tall and wide.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Cultural & Ecological Value: Excellent nectar plant; thrives in coastal and exposed sites.
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 60–80 cm |
| Spread | 60–80 cm |
| Form | Compact, rounded shrub |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to part shade (best flowering in full sun) |
| Water | Moderate; drought-tolerant once established |
| Soil | Prefers free-draining soils; tolerates sandy, gravelly, and poor soils |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy; tolerates frost, wind, and coastal conditions |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
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Colourful feature shrub in borders and small gardens
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Coastal and exposed sites
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Long-season flowering accent in native plantings
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Mass planting for vibrant summer displays
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Ideal size for pots and containers
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Light trim after flowering encourages compact regrowth and further blooms.
Watering: Water during establishment; low to moderate needs thereafter.
Feeding: Light spring fertiliser supports flowering.
Pests & Diseases: Very reliable; avoid waterlogged soils.
Additional Tips
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Performs best in full sun.
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Great companion to flaxes, grasses, libertia, and other Wiri hebes.
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Excellent option for low-maintenance, high-impact gardens.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
The Wiri series, developed by Jack Hobbs at Auckland’s Wiri Gardens, is renowned for producing some of the toughest and most colourful garden hebes—‘Wiri Charm’ is one of its standout performers.
Why Choose Hebe (Veronica) ‘Wiri Charm’?
A compact, vibrant, and extremely reliable hebe with generous flowering and superb form—ideal for coastal, urban, and modern native 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.
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