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OLEARIA x haastii
Commonly known as Daisy bush
Tiny leaves, white daisy flowers
Further Reading....
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Evergreenglossy, dark-green leaves to 2.5cm (1in) long, white-felted beneath.
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Height2m (6½ft) -
Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, bushy shrub. Dense corymbs to 8cm (3in) across of yellow-centred flowers.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Full sunShelter from cold, dry winds.
OLEARIA x haastii
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Additional Features
Good to knowSuitable as hedge or windbreak in coastal areas. Wildlife plant - insects.
Pests & DiseasesTrouble free.
Place of originNew Zealand. (a natural hybrid from South Island)Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New ZealandCoastal / windswept
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Leaf shape
Ovate
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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 InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Olearia - Care Guide
- Caring for Olearia - Introduction
- Fully hardy Olearias suitable as hedging plants or windbreaks especially in coastal areas
- Hardy taller growing Olearia species as specimen or freestanding plants in a shrub border or woodland context
- Smaller growing ornamental species of Olearia which are better grown in the greenhouse in colder parts of the country
- Summer Pruning Olearia scilloniensis - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Summer propagation - Video Tip ondemand_video
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Useful extras...
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