Olearia lanuginosa, also known as Peninsula Daisy-Bush, is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5 metres tall and has small, thick, silver-grey leaves that are covered in soft hairs, giving it a woolly texture. During spring and summer, Olearia lanuginosa produces masses of small white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. This plant is a great addition to coastal gardens, as it tolerates salt spray and windy conditions. It is also drought-tolerant and can handle light frost. Olearia lanuginosa is low maintenance and can be used as a screen, border, or feature plant.
Olearia lanuginosa
PENINSULA DAISY-BUSH
Description
Height: 1-1.5 m
Width: 1-1.5 m
Aspect: Prefers full sun to part shade.
Flowers: Produces small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres, blooming in late summer to early fall
Uses: Olearia lanuginosa is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that is often planted for its attractive foliage and profuse, showy flowers. It can be used as a feature plant, in mixed borders, or as a hedge or screen. Its dense growth habit and foliage also make it useful for erosion control. Olearia lanuginosa is also popular with wildlife, attracting birds and butterflies to the garden.
