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Olearia lineata 'Dartonii'

Twiggy Tree Daisy, Fine-leafed Olearia

$24

PB6.5

Mature height: 

3 - 4 m

 Mature width:

1.5 - 2 m

A highly refined native selection featuring an ultra-fine, weeping, divaricating habit. It sends up long, slender, flexible branches packed with clusters of very narrow, thread-like silver-grey leaves. Creates a delicate, smoky mist appearance that reacts beautifully to wind.

Growing Conditions

Soil

Well-drained, poor, sandy, or gravelly soil.

Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade; highly versatile.

Flower

Small inconspicuous daisy clusters in summer.

Care & Maintenance

Olearia lineata 'Dartonii' is an elegant, fine-textured shrub that adds a soft, structural element to the garden.
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain desired shape.
• Plant in sunny, well-draining, and wind-exposed landscape sites.
• Very hardy; handles severe frost and prolonged drought.
• Needs minimal care once settled into the soil.

Common Uses for

Olearia lineata 'Dartonii'

01

Soft Privacy Screen

Forms a beautiful, airy, light-textured privacy barrier for gardens.

02

Premium Shelter Hedge

The premier native choice for crafting a dense, uniform, smoky silver-grey formal privacy screen or windbreak.

03

Xeriscape Texturing

Fine silver-grey filigree branches complement gravel riverbeds and sustainable dry garden designs perfectly.

04

Structural Garden Anchor

Graceful, weeping habit creates a brilliant, year-round backdrop.

Need Advice?

If you’re unsure whether this plant is right for your space, feel free to get in touch. We’re happy to help you with plant selection.

Visit Us Today

We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.

All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.

38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra

Opening Hours

You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.

August - May:

Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

June - July:

By Appointment Only

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