Broadleaf Green Jewel - $9.99 each
Griselinia littoralis ‘Green Jewel’
Common Names: Broadleaf Green Jewel, Green Jewel Griselinia
Family: Griseliniaceae
Origin: New Zealand (cultivar)
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Overview:
Griselinia ‘Green Jewel’ is a compact, slow-growing form of the popular New Zealand broadleaf. With its small, glossy apple-green leaves and dense, upright habit, it’s perfect for formal hedging, low screens, and neat, clipped shapes. Its refined look, salt tolerance, and year-round colour make it a versatile choice for both modern and native-style gardens.
Key Features:
Foliage: Bright, glossy green foliage with smaller, more refined leaves than the standard species. Evergreen, with a fresh look all year. Excellent for shaping and hedging.
Flowers / Fruit: Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers in spring; may produce small purple berries on female plants if pollinated.
Form & Habit: Dense and upright with a naturally tidy, symmetrical shape. Responds very well to clipping.
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Cultural & Ecological Value: Native New Zealand species; bird-friendly when in fruit. Excellent for coastal or exposed gardens thanks to its salt and wind tolerance.
Mature Size:
| Attribute | Size |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.2–2 m (depending on pruning) |
| Spread | 1–1.5 m |
| Form | Upright, bushy, compact |
Ideal Growing Conditions:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water | Moderate; tolerates dry conditions once established |
| Soil | Well-drained; adapts to most soil types including coastal or poor soils |
| pH Range | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Frost Tolerance | Hardy to approx. –5 °C; protect young plants in colder regions |
Landscaping & Garden Uses:
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Low Formal Hedges & Borders: Clip into tidy lines or geometric shapes
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Small Screens or Windbreaks: Great for urban gardens or coastal properties
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Modern & Native Gardens: Versatile look suits many styles
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Containers & Courtyards: Excellent in pots for a structured look
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Coastal & Exposed Sites: Tolerates wind and salt with ease
Care & Maintenance:
Pruning: Clip lightly 1–2 times a year to maintain shape. Can be kept as low as 60 cm or allowed to reach over 1.5 m.
Watering: Water during establishment. Once established, very drought-tolerant.
Feeding: Apply slow-release fertiliser in spring for best growth and colour.
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble-free. Watch for scale or aphids if under stress.
Additional Tips: Space 50–75 cm apart for hedging. Mulch annually to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight:
This compact form of Griselinia littoralis was selected for its dense habit and small foliage, making it a favourite for gardens where space is tight but structure and native character are still desired.
Why Choose Griselinia ‘Green Jewel’?
Refined, hardy, and beautifully compact, ‘Green Jewel’ offers all the toughness of traditional broadleaf in a smaller, neater package. Whether you're after a clipped hedge, a pot specimen, or a formal native feature, it’s a smart, stylish, and sustainable choice.
Pot Size:
These are our large size in 9cm square pots.
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:
The photo next to the ruler shows an example of the plant for sale (cm's) to give an indication of the size. Please note that the photo is for reference only; the size and appearance of the plant may vary.
Please Note:
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