Mighty Tuff®
Native

Cushion Bush Dwarf Form 140MM

Leucophyta brownii nana or compacta

I am Cushion Bush Dwarf Form. My family originated from Southern Australia.

Habit Shrub - Compact Dwarf Form
Plant family Asteraceae
I am a unique Australian native common to coastal regions and sand dunes. I form a silvery mound of velvety, grey-white branches and tiny scale like leaves. My silver flower buds open from spring into summer to rounded pale cream knobs. I am a dwarf form popular in gardens forming a tight round ball without trimming. Hardy I am well suited to coastal conditions and thrive in exposed locations.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I have distinctive compact heavily branched velvety and bright silver foliage
My blooms are small pale cream balls appearing in spring and summer
I am an Australian native and a popular choice in coastal gardens
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun and tolerate shade
Height: 0.5m Width: 0.5m(Size at point of sale approx. 35cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established
Suitable for coastal planting I thrive in sandy soils and perform well in most free draining soils
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Coastal tolerant White flowers Silver foliage Flowers Jan, Sep-Dec
Council planting lists On 3 council lists

The species Leucophyta brownii is on these council lists. Councils usually mean plants grown from local seed, so check whether a selected form like this one suits your project.

  • Bayside City Council

    Nature strip planting list: Nature Strip Planting Guideline: recommended species Source

  • Frankston City Council

    Local native planting list: EVC 160 Coastal Dune Scrub, EVC 161 Coastal Headland Scrub Source

  • City of Kingston

    Local native plant guide: Common indigenous plants in Kingston (Soil: coastal) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
  • In native and wildlife gardens
  • In hanging baskets
Tips for success

I naturally form a compact ball unpruned but can be pruned to shape if desired.

Suggested spacing: 0.3m apart.

Plant at 30 to 40 cm centres for a dense rounded low hedge.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Cushion Bush Dwarf Form

Leucophyta brownii nana or compacta

Mighty Tuff® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 140mm

Product code: LEUBRN14S

Bunnings Fineline: 0137767

Barcode: 9319711047060

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.