mountain astelia
If you’re searching for a hardy, eye-catching New Zealand native, mountain astelia deserves a prime spot in your garden. Known botanically as Astelia nervosa, mountain astelia is celebrated for its architectural foliage and exceptional versatility. Whether you’re planting for texture, structure, or wildlife value, mountain astelia brings a distinctive silver-green shimmer and resilience to both residential landscapes and public spaces. Explore how this robust native can transform your outdoor areas, and discover companion Astelia varieties that suit every design ambition.
Astelia chathamica (Chatham Island Astelia)
Astelia chathamica, commonly known as the Chatham Island Astelia or Kakaha, produces broad, erect, silver-green leaves. The leaves are held with a gentle arch as they grow to 1.5 m tall and the same width. Astelia chathamica is an ideal plant for coastal gardens, suitable for mass planting either on a bank or as a ground cover, or for adding texture and interest to a mixed planting. It will provide a striking display, whether grown individually or in clusters, and is both robust and easy to grow.
From $299.92
Phormium 'Emerald Gem'
Phormium 'Emerald Gem' is a dwarf variety of Mountain Flax or Wharariki. It produces emerald-green leaves and grows to 60 cm tall and 70 cm wide in full sun on a well-drained site. This dwarf flax is often added to mixed plantings and borders, used in coastal gardens, planted to accentuate water features such as ponds and streams, or grown around pool and barbecue areas.
From $18.23
