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Arthropodium cirratum

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Arthropodium cirratum, commonly known as Rengarenga Lily or New Zealand Rock Lily, is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial native to New Zealand. It features lush, arching, dark green foliage and produces masses of starry white flowers on wispy stems during spring and summer. Growing up to 75 cm in height and spread, this plant is ideal for mass planting as a groundcover, in borders, or around outdoor living areas. It thrives in partial shade but can also tolerate full sun, making it versatile for various garden styles, including coastal, cottage, and native gardens. Its low maintenance and drought tolerance once established make it a popular choice among landscape designers in New Zealand.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 75 cm
Spread: 75 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Shade
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical, White

Adiantum aethiopicum

Adiantum aethiopicum, commonly known as the Maidenhair Fern, is grown for its attractive and soft-looking foliage. The mid-green fronds emerge from a clump and are held both densely and gracefully. In the right conditions this NZ native will eventually reach 50 cm tall and the same wide, but it often only gets to just 25 cm tall and the same wide when grown indoors in a pot. Adiantum aethiopicum is commonly grown indoors as a potted plant and is well suited to bathrooms, kitchens, and other humid areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Ferns
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native
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