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Westringia Grey Box™ 140MM

Westringia fruticosa 'WES04' 'Grey Box™'

I am Westringia Grey Box™. My family originated from Eastern Australia.

Habit Shrub - Easy Care & Low Maintenance
Plant family Lamiaceae
I am a grey leaf form of the native coastal rosemary with bluish-purple flowers. I am smaller and slower growing than most Westringias making me ideal as a low hedge which can be maintained as a formal hedge as low as 25cm. As a hardy evergreen shrub I flower throughout most of the year, more profusely in spring, upon attractive grey-green foliage. I thrive in most soils from clay to sand, acid and alkaline but dislike wet feet. I attract native wildlife including birds and insects. I can be clipped to a formal shape but am naturally dense and will develop a rounded form when left unclipped.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My low form and slow growth makes me a favourite for low formal box style hedges
I flower from late winter through to the end of summer
I am ideal for native & coastal gardens attracting bees, butterflies & beneficial insects
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun and tolerate part shade
Height: 0.4m Width: 0.4m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.25m Width: 0.25m)(Size at point of sale approx. 40cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established
I am hardy & suitable for coastal planting. I am happy in most soils but prefer well drained soils
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Coastal tolerant Blueish Purple flowers Grey foliage Flowers Jan-Apr, Aug-Dec
Council planting lists On 1 council list

Listed in these Victorian councils' published plant lists.

  • City of Greater Dandenong

    Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Small shrub, native cultivar) 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
Tips for success

I benefit from regular pruning for shape

Suggested spacing: 0.3m apart.

Plant me 25cm apart when creating a low box 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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Ask your retailer for Westringia Grey Box™ by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Westringia Grey Box™

Westringia fruticosa 'WES04' 'Grey Box™'

Natures Nectar® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 140mm

Product code: WESFGB14S

Bunnings Fineline: 0328151

Barcode: 9319711054273

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.