Arthropodium Avalanche

What are the landscaping uses for Arthropodium Avalanche?

Arthropodium Avalanche is a popular choice in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted either as a ground cover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, or planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and barbecue areas. It thrives in partially shaded areas and is perfect for NZ native, modern, cottage, and “white” gardens. Arthropodium Avalanche is favoured by landscape designers around NZ for its lush foliage, elegant flowers, and versatility. Little wonder this plant is so popular.

What is the optimum spacing for Arthropodium Avalanche?

The optimum spacing for Arthropodium Avalanche to have the plants merge and become an effective ground cover plant is 40 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as unique plants, they will need to be spaced at least 70 cm apart. The plant spacing for having them merging to a limited degree is 50 cm apart.

What height and size does the Avalanche Arthropodium grow to?

The Avalanche Arthropodium typically grows to a height of around 50-60 cm and the same wide. The size will depend on the growing conditions. For example, in full sun sites it will grow slightly shorter but in heavily shaded positions it will grow slightly taller. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach its mature size in 2-3 years. If grows fastest when positioned in full sun on a well-drained site with good levels of soil fertility.