Cushion Bush Sliver Nugget - Leucophyta brownii Silver Nugget

Leucophyta brownii Silver Nugget is a stunning native shrub prized for its striking silver foliage and neat, bun shaped habit. Dense and rounded, this tough little cushion bush brings year round textural interest and a cool, silvery shimmer to the garden. Highly tolerant of sea spray, drought, frost and wind, it's the ultimate low maintenance choice for coastal and native gardens alike.

Plant Silver Nugget for its beautiful silver foliage. The small cream summer flowers are inconspicuous, making this a true foliage feature plant.

• Striking silver foliage year round
• Dense, rounded bun shaped habit 
• Highly tolerant of sea spray, drought, frost and wind
• Low maintenance and generally pest & disease free
• Australian native, supports local ecosystems

Key Features:

• Soil: Sandy, well-drained soil preferred. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions. Mulch well to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Light: Full sun. Best foliage colour and density achieved in a sunny position.
• Watering: Keep moist during dry periods until established. Once established, very low water needs. Highly drought tolerant.
• Fertiliser: Fertiliser Apply a low phosphorus slow-release fertiliser formulated for Australian natives. Avoid high-phosphorus fertilisers which can damage native plants.
• Maintenance: Very low maintenance. Lightly trim after flowering if needed to maintain shape. Naturally forms a neat, rounded bun. Minimal pruning required.
• Flowering: Small, inconspicuous cream flowers appear in summer. Plant primarily for its striking silver foliage rather than its flowers.

Silver Nugget is all about the foliage, position it where the silvery leaves can catch the light, especially in the late afternoon sun when they really glow. It's one of the best plants for adding a cool, coastal feel to any garden, even well inland.

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