Also known as Twiggy Daisybush
Olearia ramulosa, the Twiggy Daisy-Bush, is an adaptable Australian native shrub with abundant white daisy-like flowers, ideal for hedges or borders.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers a sunny position for best flowering, but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging.
Sandy, Loam, Clay
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperate climates. Protect from severe frost when young.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring. Over-fertilizing can be detrimental.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods, ensuring the soil dries slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Mature plants are relatively drought-tolerant once established, but benefit from occasional watering in prolonged dry spells.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light tip pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to promote denser foliage.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining propagation mix. Keep moist and humid, usually in a propagator, and transplant when roots have formed.
Repot young plants annually or as needed, typically in spring before new growth starts. Use a well-draining potting mix. Mature plants rarely require repotting and are best left undisturbed in the ground.
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Photos of Twiggy Daisy-Bush (Olearia ramulosa)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Olearia |
| Species | Olearia ramulosa |
Similar in genus Olearia
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