Overview
Olearia stellulata is a shrub, small tree shrub in the genus Olearia, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Olearia stellulata grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include hedge and specimen plant. It is native to New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania and Victoria.
About
Olearia stellulata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae and is endemic to south-eastern Australia. It is a shrub with lance-shaped or narrowly elliptic leaves, and white and yellow or mauve, daisy-like inflorescences.
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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, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Olearia stellulata size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Shrub, Small tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Hedge, Specimen plant
- Native to
- New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Olearia stellulata
- Propagation
- seed,cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Olearia stellulata?
Olearia stellulata prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Olearia stellulata need?
Olearia stellulata grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Olearia stellulata hardy in the UK?
Olearia stellulata 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 stellulata?
Seed,cuttings.
