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GRISELINIA littoralis
Commonly known as Broadleaf
Dense, upright shrub or tree with glossy emerald green foliage
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EvergreenBroadly ovate to ovate-oblong leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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Height8m (26ft)
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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)
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Full sunShelter from cold drying winds.
GRISELINIA littoralis
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowIdeal as a windbreak in mild, coastal areasPests & DiseasesFungal leaf spot.Place of originNew Zealand.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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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 marginEntire
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Leaf shapeOblong
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Pruning groupPruning 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
8m (26ft)
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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
GRISELINIA littoralis 'Variegata'
Broadleaf
cream variegated form