Common Name:
Bush flax.
Description:
A clump forming, bronze leaved native that resembles a flax.
Flowering:
Orange berries in summer.
Size:
1.2m x 1m
Growth conditions:
- A well-drained position in soil enriched with compost.
- Keep soil moist during hot, dry periods.
- Sun or semi-shade. Protect from harsh frosts in colder areas.
Care:
Little care is needed apart from removing older leaves to tidy. Astelia 'Westland' prefers a well drained soil and can struggle if planted in wet soil. It still needs a good drink occasionally but likes to be dry.
Uses:
- Containers/Pots
- Modern gardens
- Mass plantings
- Contrast
- Foliage colour
Comments:
Ideal when planted amoung native grasses for a dramatic contrast. Also looks good in containers.
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