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Olearia nummulariifolia

Also Known As

  • Olearia nummularifolia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Olearia nummulariifolia plant details

Olearia nummulariifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Olearia nummulariifolia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Olearia nummulariifolia

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stiffly upright little New Zealand daisy shrub with a profusion of small, white, daisy-like flowers. Grown more for its foliage which is evergreen and dense. To 6' tall x 4' wide in the Pacific Northwest. Sun to part shade. Drought tolerant once established so only occasional summer water for mature plants. Does very well on slopes. Frost hardy to 10 to 15 °F, USDA low zone 8.

Gardening facts about Olearia nummulariifolia plant

How to Grow Olearia nummulariifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-6'

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'

Width: 4'

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 8'-10'

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

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  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-6'

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