Silver Spear is a hardy, clump-forming perennial with elegant, silvery spear-shaped leaves. During mid to late spring, long stalks of yellowish-green flowers emerge from female plants, which produce orange berries in summer. Max Height 200cm, Max Spread 300cm.
Additional information
| Generic | Astelia |
|---|---|
| Species | chathamica |
| Varietry | 'Silver spear' |
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| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Asteliaceae |
| Spread | 2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Pot, Conservatory plant |
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