Description
Westringia fruticosa ‘Grey Box’, commonly known as Coast Rosemary, is a versatile and hardy evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of Australia. Renowned for its dense, compact growth habit and finely textured, silvery-gray foliage, ‘Grey Box’ adds year-round interest to landscapes with its attractive, rosemary-like leaves and delicate, pale lilac to white flowers that bloom intermittently throughout the year. This cultivar is particularly valued for its exceptional drought and salt tolerance, making it an ideal choice for coastal gardens and xeriscaping in warmer climates. Historically, Westringia species have been used in traditional Australian gardens for their low maintenance and ability to thrive in poor soils, and ‘Grey Box’ exemplifies these traits with its resilience and adaptability. Its unique silvery foliage and neat form have made it a popular selection for hedges, borders, and rock gardens, providing both aesthetic appeal and functional use in landscape design.