About
An evergreen shrub to 2.5m with stiff silvery-grey stems and small, narrow, silvery, willow-like leaves. Small, white flowers are produced in graceful sprays over a long period from early summer to mid-autumn.
About the genus
Gomphostigma are evergreen shrubs with narrow, stemless leaves and small, white, four-petalled flowers in small clusters
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationOlerates most positions but does best in moist, heavy soil in full sun
PruningPruning group 6
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or by layering
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free