{"product_id":"topiary-westringia-fruticosa-grey-box-sphere","title":"TOPIARY \/ Westringia fruticosa 'Grey Box' (Sphere)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopiary Grey Box Westringia (Sphere)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Westringia fruticosa 'Grey Box' (Sphere)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamiaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia (coastal eastern states; cultivated selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen native shrub (clipped into a sphere topiary form)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA refined Australian native westringia clipped into a formal sphere, perfectly suited to Adelaide's Mediterranean climate. 'Grey Box' showcases fine, silvery grey-green rosemary-like foliage in a sculptural evergreen ball, with small white flowers appearing year-round but peaking in spring and summer. Exceptionally drought-tolerant, salt-tough and low-maintenance, this sphere-trained form \u003cimg\u003ebrings year-round structure, soft silver tones and coastal resilience to formal gardens, entrances, courtyards and containers—an ideal Australian alternative to European box with superior colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8–1.2 m H (including sphere canopy) × 0.6–1.0 m W (sphere diameter); can be maintained smaller or larger with regular clipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 cm per year under good conditions (managed through regular clipping)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, narrow silvery grey-green leaves resembling rosemary; dense, compact branching; evergreen year-round with distinctive silver tones that brighten in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, delicate white flowers with subtle purple markings; blooms year-round with peak display in spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage lightly aromatic when brushed—subtle, pleasant herbal scent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen sculptural form year-round with consistent flowering; silvery foliage provides soft, cool tones in all seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good for pollinators—attracts native bees and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional coastal tolerance—highly wind and salt-spray resistant; exceptional drought tolerance once established; heat-tolerant; frost-hardy (tolerates moderate frosts to -5°C); excellent wind tolerance; dislikes waterlogging and heavy, wet soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFormal rows\/hedging:\u003c\/em\u003e Space 0.8–1.2 m apart for uniformity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSpecimen\/feature:\u003c\/em\u003e 1 plant per focal point or large container (minimum 40–50 cm diameter pot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—non-toxic and safe for pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade (full sun produces tightest sphere form, brightest silver foliage, and best flowering; tolerates light shade well)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained sandy loam, loam, or gravelly soil; thrives in lean to moderately fertile soils; excellent in premium potting mix for containers; tolerates Adelaide's alkaline soils; avoid waterlogged sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablishment:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak twice weekly for 8–12 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablished:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak every 10–14 days in summer (increase frequency during extreme heatwaves or for container specimens); minimal to no watering in winter once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low maintenance; tip-clip 2–4 times per year to maintain tight sphere form and encourage dense growth; light trim after main spring flush to shape; avoid heavy pruning into old wood; slow-release or low-phosphorus native fertiliser in early spring if desired (thrives without fertiliser); rotate container specimens for even growth; virtually pest and disease-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25+ years with proper care and maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia—Adelaide plains, coastal suburbs, Fleurieu Peninsula, Adelaide Hills; thrives in coastal, inland, and exposed gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to mildly alkaline (pH 6.5–8.0); performs exceptionally well on Adelaide's calcareous soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFormal entrance statements—flanking driveways, gates, or front doors in matching pairs for elegant silver accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePremium container features for courtyards, pool terraces, and alfresco entertaining areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRepeated along pathways, terraces, or borders for formal rhythm with soft silver tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCoastal gardens and beachfront properties where salt, wind, and drought tolerance are essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLow-water, low-maintenance formal gardens as a native alternative to European box topiary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eModern minimalist and contemporary landscapes—silvery foliage complements gravel, pavers, and architectural hardscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFeature specimens in raised planters or atop retaining walls for elevation and contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFormal native hedging or topiary rows in water-wise landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMoon gardens and white-themed landscapes for night-time luminosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA topiary 'Grey Box' westringia sphere delivers instant architectural elegance with true Australian toughness and superior silver foliage colour. The fine-textured silvery grey-green leaves create a soft, luminous sculptural form that works beautifully in formal, contemporary, or coastal settings, while year-round white flowers add subtle refinement without overwhelming the design. Salt-proof, drought-loving, frost-hardy, and virtually maintenance-free—it's the ultimate native topiary for Adelaide's demanding climate with added colour sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"300mm Pot","offer_id":48744643952892,"sku":"TOPI-WEST-FRUT-GREY-300MM","price":173.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm Pot","offer_id":49085765746940,"sku":"TOPI-WEST-FRUT-GREY-400MM","price":293.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/topiary-westringia_-fruticosa-grey-box-sphere-300mm-pot-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1770198748","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/topiary-westringia-fruticosa-grey-box-sphere","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}