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Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue'

Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' is a striking evergreen perennial valued for its upright sword like foliage and vivid brilliant blue flowers held on tall stems in spring and summer. This architectural plant performs very well in New Zealand gardens and is ideal for borders, mass planting, and modern landscape designs. Its bold foliage provides year round structure while the intense blue flowers deliver standout seasonal colour.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Perennials
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku10653

How to grow Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' in NZ

Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' grows best in full sun to partial shade with free draining soil. It prefers a warm position and adapts well to a range of soil types including sandy and coastal soils. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce once established. This plant is drought tolerant and performs reliably across many regions of New Zealand.

Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' care tips

Caring for Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' is easy and low maintenance. Water during extended dry periods and apply mulch to retain soil moisture. Remove spent flower stems after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance. Old foliage can be cut back as needed. Feed lightly in spring to encourage strong growth and flowering.

Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' size, spacing, and growth rate

Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' typically grows to around 80 to 120 centimetres tall and 50 to 70 centimetres wide forming an upright clump. It has a moderate growth rate and establishes well in favourable conditions. Space plants approximately 60 centimetres apart for mass planting. Its form suits borders and large garden beds.

Landscaping uses for Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue'

Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' is ideal for borders, mass planting, and contemporary landscape designs. Its upright foliage pairs well with grasses and architectural shrubs. The vivid blue flowers create strong contrast in mixed plantings. This plant adds height, colour, and year round structure to landscaped spaces.

Why buy Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Aristea major 'Brilliant Blue' from The Plant Company you are buying from New Zealands most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown for local conditions and selected for strong growth and flowering performance. We offer fast nationwide delivery, expert growing advice, and dependable customer service. Buy with confidence knowing you are receiving premium plants backed by trusted NZ expertise.

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