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Orthrosanthus multiflorus
Evergreen perennial with short woody underground rhizomes. Erect bright green narrow sword like foliage. Spikes of wedgewood blue flowers in summer. Grows naturally on well drained sandy soils. Great for dry sites but avoid heavy frost. Prefers a sunny site.
Genus
Orthrosanthus
Species
multiflorus
Cultivar
Common name
Morning flag
Family name
Iridaceae
Place of origin
Australia
DETAILS
Height
50 cm
Width
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Grows in sandy soils
Moisture
Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Enthusiast / Nourishment / Whimsical
Perennials
Category
Small, height up to 0.6 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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