About

Brachyglottis (Dunedin Group) 'Drysdale' is a compact, evergreen shrub that reaches a height of approximately 1.2 meters. It features oval leaves with scalloped edges, which are green on the top and have a white felt-like texture underneath. During the summer months, it produces panicles of yellow, daisy-like flowers.

About the genus

Brachyglottis includes evergreen shrubs, climbing plants, and herbaceous perennials. The leaves are typically simple and may have a white or buff felt-like texture on the underside. During the summer and autumn months, these plants produce clusters of flower heads resembling daisies.

Growing conditions

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture
Well-drained
Aspect
South-facing, West-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H3

Plant details

Plant type
Shrubs
Habit
Bushy
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
1-1.5 metres
Spread
1-1.5 metres
Time to full height
5-10 years
Suggested uses
Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants

Care notes

Cultivation
Grow in a sheltered position in well-drained soil with full sun
Pruning
Pruning group 8
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistance
Generally pest-free
Disease resistance
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility