Overview
Olearia lirata is a bushy, spreading branched shrubs in the genus Olearia, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Olearia lirata grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include coastal gardens, hedging and screens, wildlife gardens, cottage and informal gardens and low maintenance gardens.
About
Olearia lirata, commonly known as the Tasmanian daisy tree, is a bushy, spreading evergreen shrub within the Asteraceae family. It thrives in full sun and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. This hardy plant (H4) prefers well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It is well suited to coastal gardens, hedging, wildlife gardens, and informal settings, offering winter interest with its daisy-like flower heads. Propagation is typically by semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings.
About the genus
Olearia, most commonly known as daisy-bush, is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Asteraceae, the largest of the flowering plant families in the world. Olearia are found in Australia, New Guinea and New Zealand. The genus includes herbaceous plants, shrubs and small trees.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Olearia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Olearia lirata size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal gardens, Hedging and screens, Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal gardens, Low maintenance gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Olearia lirata
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free, Susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Olearia lirata?
Olearia lirata prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Olearia lirata need?
Olearia lirata is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Olearia lirata hardy in the UK?
Olearia lirata has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Olearia lirata?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings.
