Olearia argophylla

Also Known As

Daisy Bush
Musk Daisy-Bush
Muskwood
Silvershrub

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-30'
W: 15'

planting zones

8b-10a

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Olearia argophylla plant details

Olearia argophylla is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous and glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Olearia argophylla

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Olearia argophylla

USDA Zones: 8b - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The erect branching stem of this 10-30' native of moist Eucalypt forests is scented sweetly of musk and supports conspicuously-veined, silver-backed leaves along with large clusters of tiny, creamy-white ?stars?. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

If you like leaves with white undersides (and who doesn't?) this is the plant for you! Of course, most of the Olearias have leaves like this, but this is one of the best since it is a large shrub (to 10' or more) with larger leaves than most other species, and the undersides are exceptionally white! This easily grown shrub will reward you every year in late spring with etherial masses of small white daisies. Hardy to about 15 °F. Evergreen. White stems. New Zealand