Griselinia Hedging – New Zealand Broadleaf
A vigorous evergreen hedge with attractive apple-green foliage, excellent screening potential and good tolerance of coastal conditions in milder gardens.
Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as New Zealand Broadleaf, is an attractive evergreen hedging plant valued for its fresh green leaves, dense growth and ability to create a neat, contemporary garden boundary.
Its glossy, broadly oval foliage gives it a softer appearance than many traditional evergreen hedges. When established and regularly maintained, Griselinia creates an attractive screen that provides privacy throughout the year.
Griselinia is particularly popular in coastal gardens, although sheltered positions are preferable in regions experiencing severe winter frosts or cold, drying winds.
Why Choose Griselinia littoralis?
Evergreen foliage providing year-round privacy
Attractive, bright apple-green leaves
Dense growth suitable for screening and boundary planting
Good tolerance of coastal winds in suitable climates
Responds well to trimming and shaping
Suitable for formal and informal hedging
Useful for contemporary garden designs
Can grow in a range of adequately drained soils
Suitable for full sun
Provides a fresh, lighter-green alternative to traditional hedging
Why Choose Griselinia Hedging?
Griselinia is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for evergreen screening with an attractive, contemporary appearance.
Its relatively large, smooth leaves create a fresh green boundary, making it particularly suitable for modern gardens, courtyards and coastal properties.
Unlike darker evergreen hedging species, Griselinia offers a lighter foliage colour that can complement porcelain paving, natural stone, timber and architectural planting schemes.
Regular clipping encourages dense branching and helps maintain a tidy hedge.
Available Sizes
Griselinia hedging may be available in several heights and supply formats, depending on seasonal nursery stock.
Smaller plants provide an economical way to establish longer boundaries. Larger, well-branched plants can create more immediate privacy and structure.
Select the available size and quantity using the product options above.
If the required size is not listed, contact Landscaping Emporium to enquire about alternative nursery stock.
How Fast Does Griselinia Hedging Grow?
Griselinia is generally a vigorous evergreen hedging plant.
Under favourable conditions, established plants may produce approximately 30–60cm of new growth annually, although this varies considerably with climate, exposure, soil fertility and watering.
Regular trimming encourages compact growth and a dense hedge.
If allowed to grow naturally, Griselinia littoralis can reach approximately 4–8 metres in height and 2.5–4 metres in spread. A maintained hedge can be kept considerably smaller.
How Many Griselinia Plants Do I Need?
The appropriate spacing depends on the size and branching structure of the plants supplied.
For many conventional hedge sizes, approximately 2–3 plants per linear metre may be suitable.
Larger specimens may require wider spacing, while smaller young plants may need closer planting to achieve continuous coverage.
We recommend confirming spacing against the selected plant size before ordering.
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun, preferably in a position protected from severe winter frost.
Soil: Well-drained clay, loam, sand or chalk.
Soil pH: Acidic, neutral or alkaline.
Moisture: Well-drained ground; avoid prolonged waterlogging.
Exposure: Suitable for many coastal locations, particularly milder and protected gardens.
Foliage: Evergreen, with glossy apple-green leaves.
Flowers: Small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers.
Eventual Size: Approximately 4–8m high and 2.5–4m wide if left untrimmed.
Hardiness: RHS H5, although local coastal exposure and cold winds can affect performance.
Origin: New Zealand.
Griselinia Hedging for Coastal Gardens
Griselinia is frequently used for hedging near the coast because its leathery foliage can tolerate many seaside conditions.
It creates an attractive evergreen boundary while providing useful screening and some protection from wind.
However, direct salt exposure, winter temperatures and shelter should all be assessed before planting.
For colder and very exposed coastal sites, Oleaster may be a more dependable alternative.
Read our Coastal Hedging Plants Guide to compare suitable specie.
Planting and Establishment
Griselinia should be planted in prepared, adequately drained soil.
Remove weeds and relieve compaction where necessary. Incorporate appropriate organic matter where it will improve the existing soil structure.
Plant at the correct depth, keeping the top of the rootball level with the surrounding soil.
Water thoroughly immediately after planting and monitor soil moisture throughout establishment.
In exposed locations, larger plants may require appropriate temporary support.
Apply mulch to help retain moisture, keeping it clear of stems and root collars.
Pruning and Maintenance
Griselinia responds well to regular trimming.
For formal hedging, one or two light trims during the growing season will usually help maintain a neat appearance.
Avoid heavy pruning immediately before severe winter weather.
Where plants suffer frost damage, allow conditions to improve before removing damaged material.
Check for nesting birds before undertaking hedge maintenance.
Supply & Professional Planting
Landscaping Emporium supplies Griselinia hedging for residential and commercial projects, subject to nursery availability.
Through Kirman Design, professional planting may also be arranged in applicable areas across Lancashire, the Ribble Valley, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside.
This can include ground preparation, plant positioning, planting, irrigation and aftercare guidance.
Important – Seasonal Availability
Availability varies according to plant size, supply format and nursery stock.
If your preferred size is unavailable, please contact us to discuss alternatives.
Delivery, Access & Planting
Larger Griselinia plants may be heavy and require appropriate unloading and handling arrangements.
Before ordering, assess delivery access, gates, pathways and the route to the planting area.
Read our Hedge Delivery, Access & Planting Guide
Why Buy Griselinia Hedging from Landscaping Emporium?
Landscaping Emporium combines specialist plant supply with practical garden design and landscaping experience.
We can help customers consider plant suitability, mature size, soil conditions and establishment requirements before purchasing.
Select your preferred Griselinia size and quantity above, or contact us to discuss larger orders and professional installation.
Griselinia Hedging – New Zealand Broadleaf
A vigorous evergreen hedge with attractive apple-green foliage, excellent screening potential and good tolerance of coastal conditions in milder gardens.
Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as New Zealand Broadleaf, is an attractive evergreen hedging plant valued for its fresh green leaves, dense growth and ability to create a neat, contemporary garden boundary.
Its glossy, broadly oval foliage gives it a softer appearance than many traditional evergreen hedges. When established and regularly maintained, Griselinia creates an attractive screen that provides privacy throughout the year.
Griselinia is particularly popular in coastal gardens, although sheltered positions are preferable in regions experiencing severe winter frosts or cold, drying winds.
Why Choose Griselinia littoralis?
Evergreen foliage providing year-round privacy
Attractive, bright apple-green leaves
Dense growth suitable for screening and boundary planting
Good tolerance of coastal winds in suitable climates
Responds well to trimming and shaping
Suitable for formal and informal hedging
Useful for contemporary garden designs
Can grow in a range of adequately drained soils
Suitable for full sun
Provides a fresh, lighter-green alternative to traditional hedging
Why Choose Griselinia Hedging?
Griselinia is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for evergreen screening with an attractive, contemporary appearance.
Its relatively large, smooth leaves create a fresh green boundary, making it particularly suitable for modern gardens, courtyards and coastal properties.
Unlike darker evergreen hedging species, Griselinia offers a lighter foliage colour that can complement porcelain paving, natural stone, timber and architectural planting schemes.
Regular clipping encourages dense branching and helps maintain a tidy hedge.
Available Sizes
Griselinia hedging may be available in several heights and supply formats, depending on seasonal nursery stock.
Smaller plants provide an economical way to establish longer boundaries. Larger, well-branched plants can create more immediate privacy and structure.
Select the available size and quantity using the product options above.
If the required size is not listed, contact Landscaping Emporium to enquire about alternative nursery stock.
How Fast Does Griselinia Hedging Grow?
Griselinia is generally a vigorous evergreen hedging plant.
Under favourable conditions, established plants may produce approximately 30–60cm of new growth annually, although this varies considerably with climate, exposure, soil fertility and watering.
Regular trimming encourages compact growth and a dense hedge.
If allowed to grow naturally, Griselinia littoralis can reach approximately 4–8 metres in height and 2.5–4 metres in spread. A maintained hedge can be kept considerably smaller.
How Many Griselinia Plants Do I Need?
The appropriate spacing depends on the size and branching structure of the plants supplied.
For many conventional hedge sizes, approximately 2–3 plants per linear metre may be suitable.
Larger specimens may require wider spacing, while smaller young plants may need closer planting to achieve continuous coverage.
We recommend confirming spacing against the selected plant size before ordering.
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun, preferably in a position protected from severe winter frost.
Soil: Well-drained clay, loam, sand or chalk.
Soil pH: Acidic, neutral or alkaline.
Moisture: Well-drained ground; avoid prolonged waterlogging.
Exposure: Suitable for many coastal locations, particularly milder and protected gardens.
Foliage: Evergreen, with glossy apple-green leaves.
Flowers: Small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers.
Eventual Size: Approximately 4–8m high and 2.5–4m wide if left untrimmed.
Hardiness: RHS H5, although local coastal exposure and cold winds can affect performance.
Origin: New Zealand.
Griselinia Hedging for Coastal Gardens
Griselinia is frequently used for hedging near the coast because its leathery foliage can tolerate many seaside conditions.
It creates an attractive evergreen boundary while providing useful screening and some protection from wind.
However, direct salt exposure, winter temperatures and shelter should all be assessed before planting.
For colder and very exposed coastal sites, Oleaster may be a more dependable alternative.
Read our Coastal Hedging Plants Guide to compare suitable specie.
Planting and Establishment
Griselinia should be planted in prepared, adequately drained soil.
Remove weeds and relieve compaction where necessary. Incorporate appropriate organic matter where it will improve the existing soil structure.
Plant at the correct depth, keeping the top of the rootball level with the surrounding soil.
Water thoroughly immediately after planting and monitor soil moisture throughout establishment.
In exposed locations, larger plants may require appropriate temporary support.
Apply mulch to help retain moisture, keeping it clear of stems and root collars.
Pruning and Maintenance
Griselinia responds well to regular trimming.
For formal hedging, one or two light trims during the growing season will usually help maintain a neat appearance.
Avoid heavy pruning immediately before severe winter weather.
Where plants suffer frost damage, allow conditions to improve before removing damaged material.
Check for nesting birds before undertaking hedge maintenance.
Supply & Professional Planting
Landscaping Emporium supplies Griselinia hedging for residential and commercial projects, subject to nursery availability.
Through Kirman Design, professional planting may also be arranged in applicable areas across Lancashire, the Ribble Valley, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside.
This can include ground preparation, plant positioning, planting, irrigation and aftercare guidance.
Important – Seasonal Availability
Availability varies according to plant size, supply format and nursery stock.
If your preferred size is unavailable, please contact us to discuss alternatives.
Delivery, Access & Planting
Larger Griselinia plants may be heavy and require appropriate unloading and handling arrangements.
Before ordering, assess delivery access, gates, pathways and the route to the planting area.
Read our Hedge Delivery, Access & Planting Guide
Why Buy Griselinia Hedging from Landscaping Emporium?
Landscaping Emporium combines specialist plant supply with practical garden design and landscaping experience.
We can help customers consider plant suitability, mature size, soil conditions and establishment requirements before purchasing.
Select your preferred Griselinia size and quantity above, or contact us to discuss larger orders and professional installation.
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