About
This vigorous evergreen shrub, that can reach up to 8m in ideal conditions. Leaves are oval, glossy, dark green with lime and creamy yellow splashes in the centre and whitish felting on the undersides. Small, grey-white flowers are produced in early summer.
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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, 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
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Thrives in chalky soils. In milder areas, handles coastal exposure well and makes a good option for hedging or windbreaks
PruningPruning group 8. Trim lightly to maintain a compact habit. Can tolerate hard pruning if necessary
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free but may be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)