Griselinia littoralis (New Zealand Broadleaf)

Also known as Kapuka, this evergreen shrub from New Zealand is one of the most popular choices for hedging and landscaping in Ireland. Its lush foliage, adaptability, and low-maintenance nature make it a garden favourite.

Key Features

✨ Foliage
Glossy, leathery leaves in a vibrant medium to dark green. Oval-shaped (5–10 cm) with smooth margins, forming a dense, lush hedge perfect for privacy and screening.

Size & Growth
Fast-growing, reaching 3–6 m high and spreading 2–3 m wide. Quickly establishes hedges and creates natural privacy barriers.

☀️ Sun & Soil Requirements
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil but tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay soils. Moderately drought-tolerant once established.

❄️ Hardiness
Tolerates mild frosts, though protection is recommended in colder regions.

Landscape Uses

Perfect Hedges & Screens
Dense growth makes it ideal for formal, clipped hedges or a natural, informal look.

Coastal & Windbreak
Excellent choice for seaside gardens as it withstands salty winds.

Versatile Garden Use
Works beautifully as a standalone shrub or in mixed beds to add year-round greenery.

Care & Maintenance

Watering
Regular watering during establishment; drought-tolerant once settled.

✂️ Pruning
Responds well to trimming — ideal for keeping hedges neat or shaping as desired.

Pests & Diseases
Generally hardy but may occasionally encounter scale insects or powdery mildew.

✨ Griselinia littoralis is a versatile, evergreen shrub that delivers both beauty and function — whether you’re planting a hedge, creating privacy, or adding a coastal windbreak.

Delivery Times Ireland: 3–5 working days