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GRISELINIA littoralis
Commonly known as Broadleaf
Dense, upright shrub or tree with glossy emerald green foliage
Further Reading....
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EvergreenBroadly ovate to ovate-oblong leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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Height8m (26ft) -
Spread5m (16ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if given some protection from direct sea-winds
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Tall ShrubVigorous, dense, upright shrub or, in very mild areas, small tree.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sunShelter from cold drying winds.
GRISELINIA littoralis
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Additional Features
Good to knowIdeal as a windbreak in mild, coastal areas
Pests & DiseasesFungal leaf spot.
Place of originNew Zealand.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New ZealandBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Oblong
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Ovate(see photos above) -
Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Tree ShapeBroadly columnar
Griselinia - Care Guide
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8m (26ft)
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5m (16ft) |
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Available from £13.50
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Buy Varieties of GRISELINIA littoralis
GRISELINIA littoralis 'Bantry Bay'
Broadleaf
bright green leaves with cream central markings
GRISELINIA littoralis 'Dixons Cream'
Broadleaf
leaves splashed an attractive creamy-white
GRISELINIA littoralis 'Green Jewel'
Broadleaf
slightly crenulated leaves, edged creamy yellow
Gift-wrapping available
individually £12.00 each , 10+ £11.00 each
GRISELINIA littoralis 'Variegata'
Broadleaf
cream variegated form
Gift-wrapping available
individually £13.50 each , 10+ £12.50 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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