Astelia Red Devil

How to grow the Astelia Red Devil plant?

Astelia ‘Red Devil’ is a striking cultivar of Astelia nervosa, prized for its broad, arching foliage with silvery tones and subtle bronze-red hues. To grow it successfully, choose a location with full sun to partial shade—sun exposure helps enhance the foliage colour. Plant in well-draining, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils, as Astelia is prone to root rot in poorly drained conditions. Once established, ‘Red Devil’ is tolerant of dry periods but performs best with occasional watering during extended dry spells. Apply mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilise in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser to encourage healthy, vibrant growth. Remove dead or damaged leaves to keep the plant looking tidy. It is frost-hardy and wind-resistant, making it suitable for coastal or exposed gardens. Astelia ‘Red Devil’ is excellent for modern landscapes, borders, mass plantings, or containers.

Where to buy Astelia Red Devil?

The Plant Company has the best Astelia Red Devil plants to buy in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. The seed is eco-sourced and then grown into amazing plants ready for their new homes. We all love producing this beautiful plant and hearing our customers thank us for providing them with healthy and vibrant plants. Let us look after your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!

Astelia Red Devil care

Astelia Red Devil is a robust, low-maintenance plant that adds striking texture and colour to gardens, especially with cultivars like ‘Red Devil’ and ‘Red Devil’. It prefers full sun to partial shade—sunlight intensifies its foliage colour. Plant it in well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter, as it dislikes soggy conditions. Once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods. Apply mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Feed annually in spring with a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser. Trim off spent or damaged leaves to maintain its neat form. Astelia Red Devil is wind and frost tolerant, making it ideal for exposed sites, and is generally free from pests and diseases when grown in suitable conditions. It’s excellent for mass planting, borders, or use as an architectural feature in containers or rock gardens.