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Libertia grandiflora


Libertia grandiflora Libertia grandiflora

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
A perennial herb which forms a dense clump of narrow stiff bright green leaves. In spring it has many stems of iris-like white flowers which appear above the leaves, followed by orange seed pods. Prefers a semi-shaded site and soil that does not get too dry. Hardy.

 
Genus
Libertia
Species   grandiflora
Cultivar  

Common name
New Zealand Iris

Family name
Iridaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand


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 / Prefers good loamy soil

Moisture
Avoid dry soils / Soil must be well drained

Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate moderate frosts

Immaculate / Indigenous / Nourishment / Structure / Texture / 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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