The Daisy Bush (Olearia Macrodonta) is a delightful, sturdy and reliable evergreen shrub ideal in mild areas and seaside gardens. Great for use as hedging or windbreaks, the Daisy Bush is known for its versatility, and can be planted and grown in most areas - as long as the soil is well-drained.
Also known as New Zealand Holly, Daisy Bush (Olearia Macrodonta) is an evergreen shrub featuring prickly, holly-like leaves. In June, the Daisy Bush will produce large panicles of fragrant daisy-like cream flowers, that attract charming wildlife. Originating from New Zealand, it is from the plant family Asteraceae - a large and widespread family of flowering plants.
When fully grown, Daisy Bush (Olearia Macrodonta) can reach anywhere between 2.5 and 4 metres in height, and spread anywhere between 2.5 and 4 metres. On average, it will grow up to 30 to 50cm per year, taking it anywhere from 10 years to 20 years to reach its maximum height and spread.
The Daisy Bush (Olearia Macrodonta) is a vigorous and fast growing hedge that will tolerate hard pruning. For the best results, Olearia Macrodonta requires full sun with well-drained soil. As a hedging plant, we recommend planting Daisy Bush (Olearia Macrodonta) with 3 plants per metre for a single row, and trimming in the spring.
When purchased from Hedgingplants.com, Daisy Bush are 25-40cm high plants in 2 litre pots which make them easy to plant and establish. The Daisy Bush is a potted plant, meaning they are available for planting all year round.
For more information about planting your own Daisy Bush (Olearia Macrodonta), or if you need any other hedging advice, contact us today.
60/80cm
Potted
in 5 litre pots
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