Notelaea ligustrina

RHS Plant Profile
New South Wales ironwood

Other common names

Tasmanian ironwood, Victoria bastard olive

Trees

An evergreen tree, up to 12m high in its native range but often smaller in cultivation, with narrowly lance-shaped, dull green leaves. Clusters of small, pale yellow-green flowers are produced in spring. These are followed by berries, which vary in colour from white to red to purple

Position

Full shade, Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam

Max Height

8-12 metres

Max Spread

4-8 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
4-8 metres
Max Height
8-12 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full shade Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Oleaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Name Status
Correct

How to Grow

Cultivation

Thrives in humus-rich, well-drained loam, in partial or full shade. Suitable for mild areas where it could be useful for woodland planting or screening

Propagation

Propagate by seed, or by semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Low Maintenance
  • Hedging and screens

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free