About

A graceful tree, reaching 8-20m, with a spreading crown. It bears ornamental features.

About the genus

Olearia can be evergreen shrubs, small trees or herbaceous perennials, with simple, leathery, toothed or entire leaves and corymbs of daisy-like flower-heads

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen, borders

Care notes

CultivationFertile well-drained soil, sun/part shade
PruningPrune when young, remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible