Botanical name:

Plagianthus divaricatus

Common name(s):

Makaka, Marsh Ribbonwood

About:

A dense and tangled shrub, characterised by its silvery stems and small, vibrant green leaves, presents a striking appearance. In addition, small cream-coloured flowers bloom abundantly and are known for their very sweet fragrance. This versatile shrub is perfect for creating a neatly trimmed hedge or providing low shelter in various garden settings. It is remarkably hardy, easy to cultivate, and can thrive even in swampy, moist sites where the drainage is less than ideal.

Natural habitat:

Found in sheltered coastal shorelines with salt swamps, sandy banks or estuaries.

Growing environment:

Salt, Wetland, Wind & Coastal tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

Throughout New Zealand.

Height: 4m

Flowering: 

Spring with a yellow coloured flower/s

Fruiting:

December – February

Uses:

Hedging & Riparian plantings.

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed.

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