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Astelia fragrans

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Astelia fragrans, Bush Flax, Tufted Lilly, Kakaha

Astelia fragrans features flax-like, stiffly arched leaves that are green-yellow with a silver underside. This herbaceous perennial typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, preferring a partial shade or full shade position that is well-drained. Astelia fragrans is commonly included in border and mixed plantings, or mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Flaxes
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asAstelia fragrans, Bush Flax, Tufted Lilly, Kakaha

Bush Flax

Astelia fragrans, commonly known as Bush Flax or Kakaha, features flax-like, stiffly arched leaves that are green-yellow with a silver underside. Showy and fragrant, yellow flowers are borne in clusters during spring and result in yellow-orange fruits in summer. This herbaceous perennial typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, preferring a partial shade or full shade position that is well-drained. This Bush Flax will tolerate dry periods, some wind, and moderate frost but is intolerant of heavy, wet soils. Astelia fragrans is commonly included in border and mixed plantings, or mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank.

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