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Libertia cranwelliae

Libertia cranwelliae

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Libertia cranwelliae, Cranwell's Iris

Libertia cranwelliae, commonly known as the NZ Iris or Mikoikoi, is a NZ native grown for its beautiful, white flowers and attractive foliage. The delicate looking flowers through spring and summer are complemented with erect and stiff, yellow-green leaves. It grows as a clump to about 50 cm tall and the same wide. Libertia cranwelliae is commonly mass planted, added to a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around the base of larger trees, or included anywhere a hardy, yet attractive plant is required.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Flaxes
Height:	50 cm
Spread:	50 cm
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Libertia cranwelliae, Cranwell's Iris

Cranwell's Iris

Cranwell’s Iris, Libertia cranwelliae, is a NZ native grass grown for its beautiful, white flowers and attractive foliage. The delicate looking flowers through spring and summer result in attractive, green seed capsules which mature to orange. The foliage comprises erect and stiff, yellow-green leaves. It grows as a clump to about 50 cm tall and the same wide but will colonise a larger area with its spreading roots. Best performance with this plant is achieved when it is planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of coastal conditions, cool climates, and a wide range of soil conditions. Cranwell’s Iris is commonly mass planted, added to a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around the base of larger trees, or included anywhere a hardy, yet attractive plant is required. It also does well in a pot and is well suited to planting around outdoor living areas.