Dense evergreen structure with minimal upkeep required
Westringia ‘Aussie Box’ is a compact Australian native shrub bred as a superb alternative to traditional box hedging. Featuring dense fine foliage and a naturally tight growth habit, this hardy evergreen is ideal for formal hedges, borders, topiary, and modern landscape designs. Extremely low-maintenance and highly tolerant of drought, coastal exposure, and regular clipping, ‘Aussie Box’ delivers year-round structure and clean architectural form in Melbourne and Australian gardens.
Plant Overview Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Westringia fruticosa ‘Aussie Box’ |
| Plant Type | Native Hedging Shrub |
| Mature Height | Approx. 1–1.5m |
| Mature Width | Approx. 1–1.2m |
| Position | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Low once established |
| Foliage Colour | Grey-green |
| Flower Colour | Pale mauve-white |
| Flowering Period | Intermittent year-round |
| Coastal Tolerance | Excellent |
| Frost Tolerance | Moderate |
Tough formal hedging built for Australian conditions
Westringia ‘Aussie Box’ delivers the clean formal appearance of traditional box hedging with the toughness and reliability of an Australian native. Its dense evergreen habit, excellent clipping response, and low water needs make it a standout solution for modern low-maintenance gardens and commercial landscapes.
