An award-winning shrub Griselinia littoralis ‘Variegata’ also known as New Zealand broadleaf ‘Variegata’, is a worthy addition to any garden display. With beautiful variegated leathery green and creamy-white leaves, enhanced by an irregular margin around the edge, it adds interest that can be enjoyed all year round.
In addition to its charming display of foliage, this shrub is also robust and reliable to grow, with good resistance to pests and disease. This has been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society who have given it their prestigious Award of Garden Merit. So, you have the added peace of mind that you will enjoy this wonderful shrub for many years to come.
Perfect for creating a low maintenance hedging or screen, it is also suited to small spaces such as city and courtyard gardens with it compact and upright growing habit.
Plant details
- Pot size: 3-litre pot
- Flower colour: Green and yellow
- Foliage colour: Green, creamy-white
- Flowering period: February, March, April, May
- Plant growth: Height: 1.5m x Spread: 1.5m
All measurements are approximate.
Growing conditions
- Soil moisture: Moist but well drained
- Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
How to care for your plant
To get the best display from your Griselinia littoralis ‘Variegata’ plant it in moist but free draining soil in a position with full sun that is sheltered from the worst of the cold drying winter wind.
