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GRISELINIA littoralis 'Dixons Cream'
Commonly known as Broadleaf
Leaves splashed an attractive creamy-white
Further Reading....
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EvergreenBroadly ovate to ovate-oblong leathery leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if given some protection from direct sea winds
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Tall ShrubVigorous, dense, upright shrub or small tree.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
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Full sunShelter from cold drying winds.
GRISELINIA littoralis 'Dixons Cream'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowMakes a good windbreak in mild, coastal areas. Reversions should be cut out.Pests & 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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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Gold variegated
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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
3m (10ft)
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