1x Grisilinea Broadway Mint
Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’
Overview
A lush, fast-growing evergreen with vibrant mint-green foliage and a dense, upright habit. Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’ is an outstanding hedge or screen plant—hardy, easy to trim, and tolerant of a wide range of coastal and garden conditions.
Key Features
Foliage: Large, glossy, lime-to-mint-green leaves with a soft, leathery texture and clean, fresh appearance year-round.
Flowers / Fruit: Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring; female plants may produce small purple berries.
Form & Habit: Strongly upright, branching form ideal for hedging or structured landscape use.
Growth Rate: Fast.
Cultural & Ecological Value: Excellent shelter plant; supports native birds when in fruit; highly tolerant of wind and salt spray.
Mature Size
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 3 – 5 m (can be kept lower with trimming) |
| Spread | 2 – 3 m |
| Form | Upright, dense, bushy |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water | Moderate; prefers regular watering during establishment, drought tolerant once mature |
| Soil | Moist but well-drained soils; tolerates coastal and urban conditions |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly alkaline |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy to moderate frost once established |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
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Premier choice for evergreen hedging and shelter
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Great for coastal and exposed gardens
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Adds bright colour contrast to darker foliage plants
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Suitable for formal gardens, property boundaries, and mixed screens
Care & Maintenance
Pruning: Trim lightly once or twice per year to maintain shape and density.
Watering: Keep moist while establishing; once mature, water only during extended dry periods.
Feeding: Apply a slow-release general fertiliser in spring to promote healthy new growth.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free; ensure airflow in humid sites to prevent scale.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
‘Broadway Mint’ is a New Zealand-bred selection of Griselinia littoralis, valued for its especially bright, minty-green foliage and vigorous growth compared with the standard species.
Why Choose Griselinia ‘Broadway Mint’?
A bright, robust native hedge with year-round appeal—fast to establish, easy to care for, and perfect for coastal or urban gardens.
Pot Size
9 cm square pot - large size
Pot Size:
Standard Pot = 7cm Square
Large Pot = 9cm Square
Extra Large Pot = 1.5L Round
Use this guide to see how many plants of your selected pot size fit into a half or full carton.
Standard Pot = 25 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 10 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 5 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Standard Pot = 50 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 25 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 10 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Product Size:
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