25x Grisilinea Broadway Mint - $6.99 each

Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’

Overview

A lush, fast-growing evergreen with vibrant mint-green foliage and a dense, upright habit. Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’ is an outstanding hedge or screen plant—hardy, easy to trim, and tolerant of a wide range of coastal and garden conditions.

Key Features

Foliage: Large, glossy, lime-to-mint-green leaves with a soft, leathery texture and clean, fresh appearance year-round.
Flowers / Fruit: Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring; female plants may produce small purple berries.
Form & Habit: Strongly upright, branching form ideal for hedging or structured landscape use.
Growth Rate: Fast.
Cultural & Ecological Value: Excellent shelter plant; supports native birds when in fruit; highly tolerant of wind and salt spray.

Mature Size

Attribute	Size
Height	3 – 5 m (can be kept lower with trimming)
Spread	2 – 3 m
Form	Upright, dense, bushy

Ideal Growing Conditions

Requirement	Detail
Light	Full sun to partial shade
Water	Moderate; prefers regular watering during establishment, drought tolerant once mature
Soil	Moist but well-drained soils; tolerates coastal and urban conditions
pH Range	Neutral to slightly alkaline
Frost Tolerance	Hardy to moderate frost once established

Landscaping & Garden Uses

• Premier choice for evergreen hedging and shelter

• Great for coastal and exposed gardens

• Adds bright colour contrast to darker foliage plants

• Suitable for formal gardens, property boundaries, and mixed screens

Care & Maintenance

Pruning: Trim lightly once or twice per year to maintain shape and density.
Watering: Keep moist while establishing; once mature, water only during extended dry periods.
Feeding: Apply a slow-release general fertiliser in spring to promote healthy new growth.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free; ensure airflow in humid sites to prevent scale.

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight

‘Broadway Mint’ is a New Zealand-bred selection of Griselinia littoralis, valued for its especially bright, minty-green foliage and vigorous growth compared with the standard species.

Why Choose Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’?

A bright, robust native hedge with year-round appeal—fast to establish, easy to care for, and perfect for coastal or urban gardens.

Pot Size

7 cm square pot  - standard size