About
An evergreen shrub up to around 2m high, with an upright habit, silvery white stems and small, fine, dark green leaves. Clusters of lightly scented white flowers open from pink buds in early summer.
About the genus
Ozothamnus can be evergreen shrubs or perennials, with small, slightly aromatic, linear leaves and tiny white flower-heads which may be solitary or in showy terminal corymbs
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitColumnar upright, Bushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun; some drought and salt tolerance once established
PruningPruning group 8
PropagationPropagate by seed or by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free