Griselinia littoralis ‘Variegata’

(Variegated Broadleaf)

Overview

Griselinia ‘Variegata’ is a striking variegated form of the beloved NZ broadleaf. Its creamy-white and green foliage adds year-round brightness and contrast, making it ideal for hedging, screening, or feature planting. Hardy, fast-growing, and salt-tolerant, it thrives in almost any environment.

Key Features

Foliage:
Attractive glossy green leaves edged or splashed with creamy-white. Dense and evergreen, providing reliable structure all year.

Flowers / Fruit:
Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers; female plants produce small dark berries that attract birds.

Form & Habit:
Upright, bushy, and naturally full. Excellent for hedging and shelter.

Growth Rate:
Fast.

Cultural & Ecological Value:
Important coastal native providing shelter and nesting cover for birds. Highly tolerant of tough conditions.

Mature Size

Attribute	Size
Height	3m (can be clipped lower)
Spread	2m
Form	Upright, dense evergreen shrub

Ideal Growing Conditions

Requirement	Detail
Light	Full sun to part shade
Water	Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil	Wide range of soils including coastal sands and clay
pH Range	Neutral to slightly alkaline
Frost Tolerance	Hardy; tolerates frost and coastal wind

Landscaping & Garden Uses

• Bright, variegated hedge or screen

• Coastal gardens and exposed sites

• Modern landscaping needing year-round structure

• Contrast plant with darker foliage species

• Low-maintenance shelter or boundary planting

Care & Maintenance

Pruning:
Clips extremely well; prune 1–2× per year for a tidy hedge.

Watering:
Regular while establishing; low needs once mature.

Feeding:
Light general-purpose fertiliser in spring improves colour and growth.

Pests & Diseases:
Generally very trouble-free.

Additional Tips

Performs exceptionally well in windy, coastal, or dry situations. Variegation brightens darker corners of the garden.

Fun Fact / Botanical Insight

Variegated broadleaf is a favourite in NZ landscaping because it combines toughness with ornamental foliage interest—rare in a native shrub.

Why Choose Griselinia ‘Variegata’?

Choose this plant for a hardy, fast-growing, and visually striking hedge or feature shrub that delivers year-round brightness and structure.

Pot Size: These are our large size in 9cm square pots.