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Silver Spear Astelia

Astelia Chathamica 'Silver Spear'

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Overview

Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking, silvery-blue foliage. The long, sword-like leaves, reaching up to 4 feet in length, radiate from a central rosette, creating a bold, architectural form. This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 9-11, prefers well-draining soil, and tolerates coastal conditions. Ideal for modern or xeriscape gardens, it requires low water once established and minimal maintenance.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Mediterranean, Subtropical
Silver Spear Astelia (Astelia Chathamica 'Silver Spear') — reaching up to 4 feet in length
Silver Spear Astelia (Astelia Chathamica 'Silver Spear') — Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking, silvery-blue

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial, Shrub
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Mediterranean, Subtropical

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Silver Spear Astelia (Astelia Chathamica 'Silver Spear') — reaching up to 4 feet in length
Silver Spear Astelia (Astelia Chathamica 'Silver Spear') — Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking, silvery-blue

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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