Griselinia littoralis

Griselinia littoralis is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, with light green, oval leaves, inconspicuous yellow summer flowers followed by purple fruits, if both sexes are grown together. It makes an excellent hedging plant for sheltered sites and coastal regions. It’s hardy in the UK apart from in the far north and will tolerate most soils. It’s suitable for coastal areas but not very exposed sites.

How to grow Griselinia littoralis

Grow Griselinia littoralis in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny spot, such as in front of a wall. It's usually best to prune it in mid to late spring, but it can also be pruned in late summer or very early autumn. However don't leave it too late in the year or the new growth that pruning encourages will be too soft to cope with winter frosts. Winter protection may be needed if temperatures drop below -5C.