About
Griselinia littoralis 'Variegata' is an upright evergreen shrub with leathery, lime-green, ovate leaves to 10 cm, irregularly margined with creamy-white. A popular and ornamental variegated hedge and specimen shrub 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 typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, 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-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a leaf spot and honey fungus (rarely)