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Aristea major
Clumping perennial with tall green sword-like leaves. In spring tall spikes grow clustered with intense blue flowers. Very showy. Grow in free draining soil, in a semi-shaded site. Tolerates some frost and dry once established.
Genus
Aristea
Species
major
Cultivar
Common name
Aristea
Family name
Iridaceae
Place of origin
South Africa
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Prefers a semi-shaded site / Tolerates some frost
Magnificent / Texture
Perennials
Category
Medium, height 0.6 to 1.2 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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