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Astelia chathamica 'Silver Shadow'
Distinctive NZ native perennial with bold silver sword like leaves. Gives a wonderful contrast with other plants. Naturally occurs on the Chatham Islands. Best results when planted in a site that does not dry out. Spikes of greeny-yellow flowers followed by orange berries.
Genus
Astelia
Species
chathamica
Cultivar
'Silver Shadow'
Common name
Astelia
Family name
Liliaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
1 mt
Width
1 mt
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Moisture
Exposure
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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