Griselinia littoralis
Description
NZ native evergreen shrub or small tree; popular for hedging, particularly in coastal gardens.
Taxonomy
Family
Griseliniaceae
Genus
Griselinia
Ardmore Emerald
aka Kapuka Native. This is a fabulous evergreen shrub that really comes into its own when used as a hedge. Gorgeous green polished leathery leaves, a tidy well groomed appearance and a tolerance for just about any conditions including coastal make this an invaluable landscaping plant. Clips well. Habit: Shrub Tall. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.
Broadway Mint
aka Kapuka Native. A selected form of the ever popular Griselinia. Gorgeous, broad, glossy green foliage with attractive wavy margins. Ideal background shrub but at its best when used as a hedge. Tolerant of just about any planting conditions including coastal. Very tidy and well groomed. Evergreen. Habit: Shrub Tall. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.
Canterbury
Griselinia ‘Canterbury’ is a selection of Griselinia littoralis. Its foliage is a key feature, carrying red, green colouring. Best performance comes with ordinary garden care; it is hardy and drought-tolerant.
Littoralis
aka Kapuka Native. An easy to grow shrub which is invaluable for difficult sites as it is tolerant of almost any conditions including coastal. Fresh bright green foliage with attractive undulating edges. Particularly useful for hedging. Always looks neat and tidy, trims exceptionally well. Evergreen. Habit: Shrub Tall. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.
Lucida
Native. The gorgeous, large glossy leaves of this evergreen shrub are ideal for adding a lush tropical look to the garden. Undemanding and tolerant of wind, and coastal conditions but not harsh frost. Will grow quite large if left to its own devices but trims well. Great hedging plant. The common name of this shrub is Puka or Akapuka not to be confused with Meryta which is also a native commonly called Puka. See that's why we use those hard to say Latin names. Habit: Shrub Tall. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.
Whenuapai
Whenuapai is a cultivar of broadleaf. Native Std Topiary. A selected form of the ever popular Griselinia. Gorgeous, broad, glossy green foliage with attractive wavy margins. Ideal in a pot or container or grown in a formal line for some added height. Very tidy and well groomed. Evergreen. Tolerant of just about any planting conditions including coastal.