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Astelia Silver Spear Nz

Astelia 'Silver Spear'

Astelia 'Silver Spear', commonly known as Kakaha) features striking silver foliage that is held in a gentle arch. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. Astelia 'Silver Spear' is great for providing a striking display with its stout nature and bold colouring. It makes a great contrast with other darker-coloured foliage plants and is favoured by landscape designers who often include it in mixed plantings.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Flaxes
  • Height:
    1.50 m
  • Spread:
    1.50 m
  • Flowering time:
    Spring
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Parks, Ponds, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian

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