Leucophyta brownii

Common Name: Cushion Bush

Description:
Leucophyta brownii, commonly known as Cushion Bush, is a striking Australian native shrub renowned for its unique silver-white foliage and intricate branching structure. This hardy, evergreen plant thrives in coastal and dry conditions, making it ideal for Melbourne gardens. It produces small, yellowish flowers in summer, though its main appeal lies in its dense, compact form and silvery appearance, which adds contrast and texture to garden landscapes. Cushion Bush is highly tolerant of salty winds, poor soils, and drought, making it perfect for coastal and low-maintenance gardens. It works well as a border plant, ground cover, or feature shrub in rockeries and modern garden designs.

Form:

• Shrub – Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 50–100 cm
• Width: 50–100 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pale Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant
• Australian Native
• Perennial
• Tolerates Coastal Conditions
• Low-Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:

• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary)
• Correa
• Banksia
• Eremophila
• Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)