Westringia 'Green Box'

How to grow Westringia 'Green Box' in NZ

Westringia 'Green Box' 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 dry conditions well and only requires occasional watering during extended dry periods. Apply a balanced fertiliser each spring to encourage dense healthy growth.

Westringia 'Green Box' care tips

Westringia 'Green Box' responds well to regular light trimming, making it ideal for formal hedges and topiary. Avoid cutting heavily into old wood and apply mulch annually to conserve soil moisture while keeping it away from the stems. Feed each spring and remove any damaged growth to maintain a tidy appearance.

Westringia 'Green Box' size, spacing, and growth rate

Westringia 'Green Box' typically grows 50 to 70 centimetres tall and wide. Space plants 30 to 40 centimetres apart for a dense hedge or around 60 centimetres apart as individual specimens. Growth is moderate, producing a compact, naturally bushy shrub.

Landscaping uses for Westringia 'Green Box'

Westringia 'Green Box' is ideal for low hedges, edging pathways, formal gardens, cottage gardens, containers, and Mediterranean style landscapes. Its evergreen foliage provides year round colour and structure while the flowers attract bees and other pollinators. It is an excellent choice for low maintenance gardens.

Why buy Westringia 'Green Box' 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 'Green Box' 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.