Perennial

Astelia nervosa ‘Westland’

Bush Flax 'Westland'
Award Winner Hardiness H3

Astelia nervosa ‘Westland’ is an evergreen perennial with arching sword-like leaves of bronze-green flushed silver, often touched with red in cold weather. Medium to large in size and clump forming, it adds year-round structure and colour. Holding the RHS Award of Garden Merit, it performs well in coastal and sheltered sites. A bold foliage plant for Irish borders and containers.
SKU: AST-2L-TA7Z2V
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Flowering Months
Jan J
Feb F
Mar M
Apr A
May M
Jun J
Jul J
Aug A
Sep S
Oct O
Nov N
Dec D
Size
Max Height
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Max Spread
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.
Planting Position
Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South East West
Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−5 to +1 °C) Half-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Loam Sand
Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Architectural
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Coastal Areas
  • Containers
Merits
  • Generally disease-free
  • Generally pest-free
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit

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