Olearia haastii

Olearia hashii, also called tree aster, is an evergreen, medium-sized shrub, native to New Zealand and Australia. It has a bushy, upright shape and narrow, oval, dark green, leathery, glossy leaves, with a felty underside. It blooms profusely and for a very long time, with small, white composite flowers, with a yellow center. It likes a position in full sun or light shade and must be well sheltered from harsh winter winds. It likes a slightly acidic to neutral soil, is moderately hardy and flexible in water requirements. The flowers and leaves are softly scented, the plant is also sea wind and salt tolerant and tolerates air pollution well.