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If you're looking for hardy, drought-tolerant plants to add structure and year-round beauty to your garden, westringia is a top choice for Kiwi gardeners. Known for their versatility and low-maintenance nature, westringias are native to Australia but have quickly found favour throughout New Zealand's diverse climate zones. Whether you're seeking tidy hedges, neat groundcovers, or coastal garden solutions, exploring westringia NZ offers endless possibilities for both home gardeners and professional landscapers.

Westringia Low Horizon with lush grey foliage as a groundcover plant.

Westringia Low Horizon

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Westringia 'Low Horizon' is a variety of the commonly known Coastal Rosemary, and is a fast-growing shrub. It features narrow grey-green leaves held densely on short stems. Small, dainty white flowers complement the foliage from spring to summer as it grows to 30 cm in height and 70 cm in width. Westringia 'Low Horizon' is commonly used as a groundcover, included in coastal gardens, or planted around the base of larger plants.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Westringia 'Mundi' with lush green-grey foliage and white flowers in a pot.

Westringia Mundi

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Westringia 'Mundi' is a variety of the commonly known Coastal Rosemary, and is grown for its lovely foliage and great form. It grows as a spreading shrub with narrow, grey-green leaves held densely on short stems. Small, dainty white flowers complement the foliage from spring to summer as it grows to 50 cm in height and 1.2 m in width. Westringia 'Mundi' is commonly used as a groundcover, featured in coastal gardens, grown as a border plant, planted around pools and other outdoor living areas, or used anywhere a hardy and attractive plant is required.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 1.20 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Why Choose Westringia in NZ Gardens?

Westringias are celebrated for their reliability in New Zealand gardens. These tough evergreens thrive on neglect, resist coastal winds, and tolerate sandy, clay, or rocky soils with ease. Their soft, grey-green foliage creates a fresh backdrop for the clusters of delicate white or pale mauve flowers that appear for months on end. With native-style planting on the rise, westringia makes a wonderful companion for flax, grasses, and other drought-hardy shrubs.

Top Westringia Varieties for NZ Landscapes

There’s a westringia for every spot in your garden:

Planting and Care Tips for Westringia NZ

Westringias are incredibly rewarding with very little fuss. Choose a sunny to lightly shaded spot and ensure the soil drains well. While they adapt to a range of conditions, these shrubs shine in mixed native gardens, modern designs, or anywhere you need low water and low maintenance solutions. Prune after flowering to maintain your desired shape and promote bushiness.

Mulching around the base keeps roots cool and conserves moisture, but established westringias are resilient during dry spells, making them a sound choice for water-wise landscaping. Use organic fertiliser in spring for the best display.

Where to Buy Westringia NZ

Finding the perfect westringia for your New Zealand garden is simple with our diverse selection. Browse popular options like Westringia Low Horizon, Westringia Mundi, Westringia Morning Light, Westringia Grey Box, and Westringia brevifolia to find the best fit for your space.

Discover how westringia NZ can transform your garden with evergreen structure, easy care, and year-round appeal. Whether you’re starting a native border, coastal retreat, or a low hedge, there’s a westringia cultivar here for you.


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