Brachyglottis viravira - Cultivation Notes
This silver leaved sub shrub is both hardy and tolerant of most well drained soils, preferring a position in full sun. It should be trimmed back to shape after flowering to retain shape - it is often used as ground cover.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Brachyglottis viravira:
- Sun loving drought tolerant plant
- Provides valuable winter interest
- Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening
- Suitable for container growing
- Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
- Suitable for exposed coastal planting
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
Design & Plant Use for Brachyglottis viravira:
- Evergreen plant with attractive foliage for winter interest
- Ideal for informal cottage garden style planting
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Common Missspellings: Brachiglottis, Brachyglotis, Bracigloits, Braciglotis