ake-ake
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An upright evergreen shrub or small tree to a height of up to 10m. It has small green oval-shaped leaves that are white and downy underneath. In early spring, unspectacular dull white flowers are borne.
Scientific classification
- Species
- ake-ake (Olearia traversiorum)
- Genus
- Olearia
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Trees
- Plant type
- 8-12 metres
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
ake-ake pictures
Distribution of ake-ake
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of ake-ake
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ake-ake care guide
- Allow soil to dry partially between thorough deep watering sessions
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Allow soil to dry partially between thorough deep watering sessions
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak balanced shrub feed monthly from spring until early fall time
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings or semi-ripe cuttings from summer to autumn\r\nPropagate by hardwood cuttings in winter
Growing
GrowingGrow in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Makes a good windbreak or hedge in coastal areas
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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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