Botanical name:

Ozothamnus leptophyllus (Cassinia fulvida)

Common name(s):

Coastal tree daisy, Cottonwood, Tauhinu, Tree daisy

About:

This rapidly growing shrub is a prolific coloniser of dry, exposed sites, showcasing its adaptability to challenging conditions. Its delicate green to gold foliage is fine in texture and forms a dense canopy that adds visual interest. During the seasons of Spring and Summer, it produces clusters of large flower heads that emit a pleasant scent, attracting pollinators to the area. To achieve the most visually appealing and healthy growth, it is advisable to keep the shrub trimmed regularly for the best overall effect.

Natural habitat:

Coastal to subalpine shrub land and scrub.

Growing environment:

Sun, Drought, Salt, Wetland & Coastal tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

Throughout New Zealand’s North, South, Stewart and Auckland Islands.

Height: 2m

Flowering: 

December-March with a white coloured flower/s

Fruiting:

March-April

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food, Hedging, Riparian plantings, Pioneer Plantings & Flowers

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed this up though