Hebe Youngii
Hebe (Veronica) youngii
Common names: Young’s Hebe
Family: Plantaginaceae
Origin: New Zealand (alpine/subalpine origins)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub / Groundcover
Overview
Hebe (Veronica) youngii is a hardy, low-growing NZ native hebe with a naturally spreading habit and masses of small white flowers. Its fine foliage, resilience, and tidy, ground-hugging form make it ideal for rockeries, banks, gravel gardens, and exposed sites where a compact, reliable shrub is needed.
Key Features
Foliage: Small, fine, deep green leaves that create a dense, soft carpet-like texture.
Flowers / Fruit: Abundant small white flowers from spring into early summer; attractive to bees and beneficial insects.
Form & Habit: Spreading, low, and compact, often forming a mat 20–30cm high and up to 1m wide.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Cultural & Ecological Value: Excellent for erosion control on banks and slopes; well suited to cold, windy, coastal, and dry conditions.
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 20–30 cm |
| Spread | Up to 1 m |
| Form | Low, spreading, compact shrub |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to light shade |
| Water | Low; drought-tolerant once established |
| Soil | Free-draining soils essential; thrives in rocky, sandy, or poor soils |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Very hardy; tolerates cold, wind, and exposed sites |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
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Excellent for rockeries and alpine-style plantings
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Groundcover for banks, walls, and slopes
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Ideal for dry, windy, or coastal gardens
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Beautiful edging plant along paths and borders
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Works well in mass plantings for a soft, uniform effect
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Not usually needed; light trim after flowering if shaping is desired.
Watering: Low needs; water during establishment only.
Feeding: Minimal feeding required; light spring fertiliser optional.
Pests & Diseases: Strong and resilient with few issues.
Additional Tips
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Avoid waterlogged soils to prevent root problems.
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Excellent companion to grasses, small flaxes, libertia, and other alpine hebes.
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Spreads gently without becoming invasive.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
Hebe (Veronica) youngii originates from rugged environments where compact, spreading forms provide protection from wind and cold—traits that make it an outstanding choice for tough garden sites.
Why Choose Hebe (Veronica) youngii?
A resilient, low-growing hebe that excels in exposed conditions, offering year-round structure and a generous spring flower display with minimal care.
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:
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