25x Hebe Mary Antonette - $4.99 each
A striking, free-flowering Hebe with elegant pink-to-lilac blooms and a compact, tidy habit. Hebe (Veronica) ‘Mary Antoinette’ brings year-round form and months of colour, making it an excellent choice for coastal, cottage, or low-maintenance New Zealand gardens. Key Features
Foliage: Small, glossy mid-green leaves forming a dense, rounded shrub.
Flowers / Fruit: Large trusses of pink buds opening to soft lilac blooms from late spring through summer; flowers fade to white with age, creating a beautiful multi-tone effect.
Form & Habit: Compact, rounded, and even; holds its shape naturally with fine branching.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Cultural & Ecological Value: Long-flowering and nectar-rich, attracting bees and butterflies; hardy and tolerant of coastal conditions. Mature Size Attribute Size Height 0.6 – 0.8 m Spread 0.8 – 1.0 m Form Rounded, compact Ideal Growing Conditions Requirement Detail Light Full sun to partial shade Water Moderate; water regularly during establishment, drought tolerant once mature Soil Prefers well-drained soils; avoid heavy or waterlogged ground pH Range Neutral to slightly acidic Frost Tolerance Hardy to light frost once established Landscaping & Garden Uses
Ideal for garden borders, containers, and mixed native plantings
Adds long-lasting flower colour and evergreen structure
Perfect for coastal and urban gardens
Complements grey and silver-foliaged companion plants Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to promote compact growth and maintain shape.
Watering: Keep moist during establishment; reduce watering once established.
Feeding: Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free; ensure good drainage to avoid root issues. Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
Bred in New Zealand for its outstanding flower colour transition—from deep pink buds to pale lilac blooms—Hebe (Veronica) ‘Mary Antoinette’ is one of the most ornamental and widely planted varieties from the modern Hebe range. Why Choose Hebe (Veronica) ‘Mary Antoinette’?
A beautiful, compact, and hardy native shrub with changing pink-to-lilac flowers that provide months of colour—perfect for brightening borders and coastal gardens.
Pot Size:
These are our standard size in 7cm square pots.