About
Griselinia littoralis 'Brodick Gold' is an evergreen shrub with leathery, broadly oval, glossy leaves variegated vivid green with a central, irregular, cream-yellow stripe. A striking and ornamental selection for a sunny, coastal or mild garden.
About the genus
Griselinia are upright evergreen shrubs and small trees with simple, ovate, leathery, glossy leaves and tiny, yellow-green flowers, male and female on separate plants. Popular hedging and specimen shrubs in coastal and mild gardens.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height4-8 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, well-drained fertile soil with protection from cold drying winds. Ideal coastal windbreak in milder climates
PruningPruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a leaf spot and honey fungus (rarely)