Libertia mooreae

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Libertia mooreae, Moore’s Iris

Libertia mooreae, commonly known as Moore’s Iris or the NZ Iris, is a NZ native grown for its beautiful, white flower spikes which stand above the foliage. The flowers in spring result in attractive, green seed capsules. The foliage comprises short, erect, green leaves with yellow veins. It grows as a clump to about to 40 cm tall and the same wide but will colonise a larger area with its spreading roots. Libertia mooreae is commonly mass planted, added to a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around the base of a larger tree, added to “white” gardens, or used in cottage gardens.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	40 cm
Spread:	40 cm
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Libertia mooreae, Moore’s Iris

Moore’s Iris

Moore’s Iris is one of the common names for Libertia mooreae, a NZ native grass grown for its beautiful, white flower spikes which stand above the foliage. The flowers in spring result in attractive, green seed capsules. The foliage comprises short, erect, green leaves with yellow veins. It grows as a clump to about to 40 cm tall and the same wide but will colonise a larger area with its spreading roots. Best performance with this plant is achieved when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of coastal conditions, cool climates, and a range of soil conditions. Libertia mooreae is commonly mass planted, added to a mixed planting, used in borders, planted around the base of a larger tree, added to “white” gardens, or used in cottage gardens.