38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Plagianthus divaricatus
Saltmarsh Ribbonwood, Makaka
$20
PB5
Mature height:
1.5 - 2 m
Mature width:
1.5 - 2 m
A hardy, upright, evergreen shrub with a dense, tangled, zig-zagging, twiggy habit. Features tiny, needle-like, dark-green leaves. Produces mass crops of tiny, highly fragrant cream-white flowers.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Adaptable; thrives in wet, saline, and poor soils.
Sunlight
Full sun is essential for a dense form.
Flower
Tiny, inconspicuous white flowers in spring.
Care & Maintenance
Plagianthus divaricatus is an incredibly resilient, wire-like shrub that thrives in difficult, wet, or saline soil conditions.
• Naturally maintains a unique, wild, tangled, dense habit.
• Requires almost no pruning to keep it tidy.
• Thrives in wet, heavy, or salt-exposed garden soils.
• Extremely hardy against harsh Central Otago winter frosts.
Common Uses for
Plagianthus divaricatus
01
Coastal Restoration
The gold standard for stabilizing and screening exposed coastal zones.
02
Wildlife Haven
Dense, twiggy habit provides essential nesting cover for native birds.
03
Modern Garden
Adds a refined, minimalist, graphic, wire-like element to designs.
04
Native Bird & Lizard Sanctuary
Intricately tangled branches provide vital, safe nesting sites for small birds and protection for native skinks.
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