Clump-forming perennial producing attractive silver foliage. Long stalked panicles of yellowish flowers. Female plants bear orange berries. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 2m. Flowers March to April. Full sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Astelia chathamica var.
Clump-forming perennial producing attractive silver foliage. Long stalked panicles of yellowish flowers. Female plants bear orange berries.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Astelia |
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Species | chathamica |
Varietry | var. |
Common Name | |
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 |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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