akiraho
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O. paniculata is an upright large shrub or small tree up to 6m high with young shoots covered in dark brown felt, elliptic to ovate-oblong, wavy-edged leaves, to 10cm long, shiny, soft olive-green above and covered with soft buff or silvery down below, and dull white flowerheads, 6mm across, which look inconspicuous but are noticeably scented, in autumn and early winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- akiraho (Olearia paniculata)
- Genus
- Olearia
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of akiraho
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of akiraho
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akiraho care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningPrune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, by semi-ripe cuttings in summer, or by heeled hardwood cuttings of lateral shoots in a cold frame in early autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained soil in full sun; it makes an excellent wind-resistant hedge in seaside gardens
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Pests
Generally pest-free
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