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Astelia 'Silver Spear'

Astelia Silver Spear plant with beautiful silver foliage.
Astelia Silver Spear plant growing in garden.

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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:Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium

Astelia 'Silver Spear' Details

“Silver Spear” is a distinctive plant from the Chatham Islands with its silver foliage. The leaves glow in the sun and arch downwards at the tips. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It will tolerate moderate frost and coastal conditions but does not like wet soils. “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 a mixed planting.

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