Brachyglottis greyi aka Daisy Bush

Brachyglottis greyi, commonly known as daisy bush, is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Asteraceae family. Depending on the source, it is classified under either the genus Brachyglottis or Senecio. Native to New Zealand, this plant has recently gained popularity among gardeners. Growing up to 2m tall, it has grey-green, hairy leaves that become glossy and green with age. From summer to early autumn, it produces bright yellow, daisy-like flowerheads. B. greyiis forms open mounds and has ovate to oblong leaves with shallow scallops. Initially grey-green and hairy, the leaves mature to a dark green color. This species is part of the evergreen shrubs native to New Zealand and Tasmania, typically found in grasslands and forests. Some varieties are valued for their foliage, while others are prized for their flowers. In the UK, the most widely grown species and varieties are commonly seen in coastal gardens, where they serve as effective hedges and small windbreaks. Brachyglottis display daisy-like flower heads with petal florets, arranged in corymbs or panicles during summer and early autumn. A distinguishing feature of this genus is the white or white-felted undersides of their leaves.