Astelia chathamica (Chatham Island Astelia) is currently unavailable.
Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.
| Suited to regions: | All regions |
| Plant type: | Flax and Flax-like |
| Height: | 1.50 m |
| Spread: | 1.50 m |
| Flowering time: | Spring |
| Tolerances: | Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind |
| Garden uses: | Banks, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas |
| Garden styles: | Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian |
| Easy to grow? | Yes |
| Maintenance requirements | Low |
| Growth rate | Medium |
Astelia chathamica is one of the largest and most recognisable of the Astelia species as it produces broad and erect, silver-green leaves. The leaves are held with a gentle arch as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. The foliage is complemented with large spikes of white flowers in spring which are followed by bright orange fruit in summer. It grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, through it will tolerate dry and windy conditions, shade, and frost. This is an ideal plant for coastal gardens, mass planting either on a bank or as a groundcover, or for adding texture and interest to a mixed planting. It will provide a striking display whether grown individually or in groups and is both robust and easy to grow.