Is New Zealand Hebe safe for pets?

Yes, New Zealand Hebe (Veronica Speciosa) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is New Zealand Hebe easy to care for?

New Zealand Hebe has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can New Zealand Hebe grow indoors?

New Zealand Hebe is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

New Zealand Hebe (Veronica Speciosa) is a perennial shrub in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

An evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its glossy dark green leaves and vibrant magenta flower spikes.

Last updated: February 2026

New Zealand Hebe

Veronica Speciosa

An evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its glossy dark green leaves and vibrant magenta flower spikes.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

7-10

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for New Zealand Hebe

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae

Genus:Veronica