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Westringia fruticosa Grey Box

Westringia fruticosa grey box is a standout evergreen shrub, highly sought after across New Zealand gardens for its compact form, silvery-grey foliage, and reliable performance. Ideal for low-maintenance landscaping, hedging, and modern garden designs, this Australian native has gained a reputation for being both tough and adaptable, thriving even in coastal locations. If you’re searching for a dense, hardy shrub that looks fantastic all year round, Westringia fruticosa grey box is your perfect match.

Westringia Grey Box

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Westringia 'Grey Box' is a variety of the commonly known Coastal Rosemary, and is a popular, fast-growing shrub. It features delicate, narrow, grey leaves that are held densely on short stems. The foliage is complemented during spring and summer with small, dainty white flowers as it grows to 45 cm tall and the same width. Westringia 'Grey Box' is commonly included in mixed plantings, maintained in containers, featured in coastal gardens, trimmed into a low hedge, or mass-planted for an impressive display.

Westringia 'Grey Box' shrubs in garden with fine, grey-green foliage.
  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    65 cm
  • Spread:
    50 cm
  • Flowering time:
    Spring, Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Borders, Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Why Choose Westringia fruticosa grey box?

Westringia fruticosa grey box is prized for its neat, rounded shape and muted grey-green foliage. This small shrub reaches approximately 40cm tall by 40cm wide, making it perfect for tight hedges, borders, and mass plantings. In spring and throughout the year, it’s dotted with pretty white to pale lilac flowers, which invite pollinators and add a subtle charm to your landscape. It withstands harsh winds, dry spells, poor soils, and salt spray, so it’s well-suited to coastal gardens, exposed sites, and urban landscapes.

If you need a plant that thrives with little fuss, Westringia fruticosa grey box delivers. Regular pruning can keep it even tidier, but its naturally compact form means you’ll spend less time on maintenance and more time admiring your garden.

Top Uses for Westringia fruticosa grey box in New Zealand Gardens

Westringia fruticosa grey box offers exceptional versatility:

Westringia and Friends – Companion Planting Ideas

Westringia fruticosa grey box pairs beautifully with other hardy shrubs and natives. For variety in flower and foliage, consider planting alongside other Westringias such as Westringia fruticosa, Westringia Wynyabbie Highlight, Westringia Lilac and Lace, Westringia Mundi, or Westringia Aussie Box. These varieties share similar requirements, making it easy to create harmonious plantings that are both attractive and practical.

For seasonal interest and colour contrast, try combining Westringia fruticosa grey box with Lavatera maritima (Shrub Mallow), Cordyline Purple Prince, Rhododendron Lucy Lou, Clematis 'Durandii', or Cornus 'Cherokee Sunset'. These combinations can offer richer textures and bold colour through every season.

Growing Tips for Westringia fruticosa grey box

This plant is exceptionally low-maintenance. Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny or lightly shaded spot. While drought-tolerant once established, regular water in the first few months will help it get off to a strong start. Prune lightly once or twice a year to keep its shape crisp and neat. Westringia fruticosa grey box is generally free from pests and diseases, adding to its appeal for busy New Zealand gardeners.

Ready to introduce enduring beauty and structure to your garden? Westringia fruticosa grey box will deliver rewarding performance with minimal fuss, season after season.


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