Astelia Silver Spear
Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear' is a hardy, clump-forming perennial with long, arching, silver sword-like leaves drooping at the tips. It produces yellow flowers in spring, from female plants followed by orange berries in summer. However it rarely produces flowers when planted in Ireland. It is the foliage that is spectacular. Use as an architectural plant in a patio container or in garden borders. In very cold winters, in exposed areas, plants may suffer frost damage and will benefit from protection.
Height and Spread: 1.2 x 1.2m
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained
Uses: Coastal, Architectural, Courtyard
RHS Award of Garden Merit
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Astelia Silver Spear
Astelia Silver Spear
Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear' is a hardy, clump-forming perennial with long, arching, silver sword-like leaves drooping at the tips. It produces yellow flowers in spring, from female plants followed by orange berries in summer. However it rarely produces flowers when planted in Ireland. It is the foliage that is spectacular. Use as an architectural plant in a patio container or in garden borders. In very cold winters, in exposed areas, plants may suffer frost damage and will benefit from protection.
Height and Spread: 1.2 x 1.2m
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained
Uses: Coastal, Architectural, Courtyard
RHS Award of Garden Merit
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Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear' is a hardy, clump-forming perennial with long, arching, silver sword-like leaves drooping at the tips. It produces yellow flowers in spring, from female plants followed by orange berries in summer. However it rarely produces flowers when planted in Ireland. It is the foliage that is spectacular. Use as an architectural plant in a patio container or in garden borders. In very cold winters, in exposed areas, plants may suffer frost damage and will benefit from protection.
Height and Spread: 1.2 x 1.2m
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist but well-drained
Uses: Coastal, Architectural, Courtyard
RHS Award of Garden Merit
