A compact evergreen shrub to 1m high, with ovate, glossy dark grey-green leaves, with wavy, sharply-toothed edges and silvery undersides. Leaves and stems are faintly aromatic and mature stems develop a peeling bark. Rounded clusters of small, fragrant, daisy-like white flowers are produced in summer
0.5-1 metres
0.5-1 metres
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Grow in fertile, well drained soil in full sun. Thrives in chalky soils and handles coastal exposure well. In areas with hard winters, grow in a cool or temperate greenhouse, or in containers that can be moved indoors over winter
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pruning group 8. Trim lightly to maintain a compact habit. Can tolerate hard pruning if necessary
Generally pest-free
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)