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Olearia cheesemanii.
A medium shrub with a bushy habit. Branches have flaky bark. Branchlets are covered with greyish-white tomentum. Large linear dark green and shining leaves with a dense white tomentum underneath. Numerous flower heads up to 20 cm across of white densely packed flowers in spring. Occurs naturally in the North and South Islands, frequently grows along rocky stream banks and gorges. Very hardy and will tolerate dry conditions.
Genus
Olearia
Species
cheesemanii.
Cultivar
Common name
Olearia
Family name
Asteraceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Indigenous / Nourishment / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
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