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Astelia chathamica

Astelia chathamica

Name: Astelia chathamica
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10009j
Price: 152.48 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

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Astelia chathamica, commonly known as the Silver Spear Astelia, Chatham Island Astelia, or Kakaha, produces broad and erect, silver-green leaves. The leaves are held with a gentle arch as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. Astelia chathamica is an ideal plant for coastal gardens, mass planting either on a bank or as a groundcover, or for adding texture and interest to a mixed planting. It will provide a striking display whether grown individually or in clusters, and is both robust and easy to grow.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Flaxes
Height:	1.50 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Astelia chathamica, Silver Spear Astelia, Chatham Island Astelia, Silver Astelia, Kakaha, Astelia chathamica, Astelia Plants

Silver Spear Astelia

Astelia chathamica, commonly known as the Silver Spear Astelia, is one of the largest and most recognisable of the Astelia species. This NZ native produces broad and erect, silver-green leaves. The leaves are held with a gentle arch as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. The foliage is complemented with large spikes of white flowers in spring which are followed by bright orange fruit in summer. Silver Spear Astelia grows best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, through it will tolerate dry and windy conditions, shade, and frost. The Silver Spear Astelia is an ideal plant for coastal gardens, mass planting either on a bank or as a groundcover, or for adding texture and interest to a mixed planting. It will provide a striking display whether grown individually or in clusters, and is both robust and easy to grow.