Arthropodium cirratum (Rengarenga Lily / New Zealand Rock Lily) – Elegant Groundcover for Shaded and Coastal Gardens

What are the landscaping uses for Arthropodium cirratum?

Arthropodium cirratum 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 cirratum 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 cirratum?

The optimum spacing for Arthropodium cirratum to have the plants merge and become an effective ground cover plant is 50 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as unique plants, they will need to be spaced at least 90 cm apart. The plant spacing for having them merging to a limited degree is 75 cm apart.

What height and size does Arthropodium cirratum grow to?

Arthropodium cirratum typically grows to a height of around 75 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.

What Is the common name for Arthropodium cirratum?

The most common name for Arthropodium cirratum is renga lily. Other common names you might include Rock lily and the Poor Knights lily. This plant thrives in the Poor Knights Islands climate.

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Can the Arthropodium cirratum Renga Lily grow in shade?

Arthropodium cirratum grow well in partial shade but less well in full shade. As the level of shade increases, this Renga Lily become increasingly thin and stretched as it tries to reach for light. The plants also become more open with a less dense appearance. Partial shade is generally defined as receiving direct sunlight for only 2-3 hours per day or dappled light throughout the day (like under a deciduous tree). NB: the Arthropodium cirratum Renga Lily can also grow well in full sun.