Latin name: Astelia chathamica
Description: Often mistaken for a Phormium, this silver speared beauty is a must for its architectural shape and form. It is an evergreen (ever-silver) clump-forming perennial with graceful, arching, deeply furrowed leaves with a striking silver sheen. ‘Silver Spear’ is even more silvery. The flowers are insignificant, but the foliage really does make up for this.
Hardiness: -5C and lower for short periods
Height: up to 1.5m
Position: Dappled shade
Soil: preferring moist humus rich soils
Water: Although preferring moisture, it will take drought fairly well once established
Usage: Excellent for brightening up dull corners or as an accent plant. I t also works well in containers
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Debbie - who has written 872 posts on My Climate Change Garden.
I am not an experienced gardener - more of an enthusiastic amateur who learns by trial and error and who is keen to "manage" the effects of shifting weather patterns on my garden.
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Thu, Apr 10, 2008
Architectural