Geniostoma ligustrifolium

Geniostoma ligustrifolium Details

Geniostoma ligustrifolium, commonly known as Hangehange, is a NZ native shrub that typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide. It features glossy, green foliage and small, green-white flowers in spring. The flowers turn into green capsules and split to release seeds in autumn, providing food for birds. It grows best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Geniostoma ligustrifolium is a hardy plant that will tolerate dry conditions but does require frost protection when young. It is commonly included in mixed plantings or planted around larger trees.