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Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra'

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' is a hardy evergreen shrub prized for its compact rounded habit, fine grey green foliage, and masses of delicate white to pale mauve flowers through much of the year. It is an excellent choice for hedging, borders, coastal gardens, containers, and water wise landscapes. Easy to grow in New Zealand conditions, this versatile shrub provides year round structure, excellent drought tolerance, and low maintenance performance.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer, Winter
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku18951

How to grow Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' in NZ

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' grows best in full sun with well drained soil. Improve the planting area with compost before planting and water regularly while establishing. Once established it tolerates drought, wind, and coastal conditions well, requiring only occasional watering during prolonged dry periods. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy growth and prolific flowering.

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' care tips

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' responds well to light trimming after flowering or whenever shaping is required. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood and apply mulch annually to conserve soil moisture while keeping it clear of the stems. Feed each spring and remove any damaged or untidy growth to maintain a dense attractive habit.

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' size, spacing, and growth rate

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' typically grows 80 centimetres to 1.2 metres tall and wide. Space plants around 80 centimetres apart for hedging or 1 metre apart as individual specimens. Growth is moderate, producing a naturally bushy evergreen shrub suitable for formal and informal gardens.

Landscaping uses for Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra'

Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' is ideal for low hedges, borders, coastal gardens, Mediterranean style landscapes, containers, and low maintenance gardens. Its evergreen foliage provides year round colour and structure while the flowers attract bees and other pollinators. It is an excellent choice for drought tolerant planting schemes.

Why buy Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, supplying premium quality plants that are carefully grown for outstanding garden performance. Every Westringia 'Glabra Cadabra' is selected for health and vigour before dispatch so it arrives ready to establish successfully. Our experienced team provides expert advice, fast nationwide delivery, and dependable customer service.

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