griselinia broadway mint planting

Why Choose Griselinia Broadway Mint?

Griselinia Broadway Mint stands out with its fresh mint-green leaves and upright growth. It’s prized for forming dense, evergreen hedges that maintain their colour throughout the year. Broadway Mint is also tolerant of coastal conditions, frosts, and wind, making it one of the best options for New Zealand gardens. It thrives in well-draining soils and can adapt to both sunny and partly shaded sites.

If you’re comparing varieties, you might also consider similar Griselinia cultivars like Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald', Griselinia 'Canterbury', and Griselinia 'Gecko Green'. Each offers unique leaf colour and growth habits, but all share the reliable performance of Griselinia littoralis relatives.

Preparing for Griselinia Broadway Mint Planting

Successful griselinia broadway mint planting starts with proper site preparation. Choose a spot with good drainage and at least partial sun. Dig a hole twice as wide as the rootball and just as deep. Enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure to encourage healthy root development.

For hedging, space plants around 1 metre apart. This spacing allows them to fill in and create a thick, leafy barrier within just a couple of years. Water well after planting and keep the area weed-free to ensure strong establishment.

Caring for Your Broadway Mint Hedge

Broadway Mint is low-maintenance but benefits from regular watering during its first year. Once established, it’s very drought-tolerant. An annual feed with a general-purpose fertiliser keeps foliage lush and vibrant. Prune lightly in late spring or early summer to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. If you’re interested in exploring other robust NZ natives for hedging, Griselinia lucida and Griselinia littoralis are also dependable choices.

Landscaping Ideas and Companion Plants

Beyond hedging, Griselinia Broadway Mint can feature in mixed shrub borders or coastal gardens. Pair it with flowering shrubs like Camellia 'Gay Border', Viburnum plicatum grandiflorum, or natives like Leptospermum 'Burgundy Queen' for colour, texture, and seasonal interest. For privacy alternatives, consider Murraya Sweet Privacy, or add vibrant accent plants such as Fuchsia 'Hot Coals'.

Get Started with Griselinia Broadway Mint Planting

Griselinia Broadway Mint offers easy care, fast growth, and lasting good looks—making it a tried-and-true classic for NZ gardens. With proper planting and a little maintenance, your Broadway Mint hedge will quickly deliver privacy, shelter, and year-round beauty. Browse our full range of Griselinia varieties and companion plants to create your ideal garden retreat.