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Astelia banksii
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Coastal asteliaPerennial, EvergreenFamily: Asteliaceae
- Height: 1.5mSpread: 1m
- Frost hardy, Half hardy
Flower colour:
Green
Foliage colour:
Blue/Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Back, middle
Soil
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Astelia banksii is an evergreen perennial, forming attractive clumps of silvery green, strap-like leaves. Female plants bear panicles of white flowers in summer, followed by purple-pink fruits in autumn. It’s perfect for adding a tropical feel to the garden, particularly in areas of partial shade.
Grow Astelia banksii in moist but well-drained soil, ideally in partial shade although it will tolerate full sun. As its name suggests, it’s well-suited to growing in coastal areas. You may need to offer protection in winter. Divide congested clumps in spring.
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Astelia ‘Banksii’ and wildlife
Astelia ‘Banksii’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Astelia ‘Banksii’ poisonous?
Astelia ‘Banksii’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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