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Week 18 – May 03, 2024

Plant Information

Astelia Westland

  • Astelia Westland - Bloom
  • Astelia Westland - Container
  • Astelia Westland - Garden
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Astelia nervosa

Common Name: Red AstelIa

Hardiness Zone: 9b - 11

Hardiness Degree: 25°F (-3.9°C)

Blooming Season: Summer

Plant Habit: Upright

Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Winter Interest (regional), Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Shade Tolerant

Water: Light

Fertilize: None or when needed only

Spacing: 12 - 24" (30 - 61cm)

Height: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)

Width: 12 - 24" (30 - 61cm)

Exposure: Partial Sun

General Information: 

A Low-Water Needs Variety. Suitable for low-water landscapes, ‘Westland’ is a shade-tolerant, Summer-blooming plant, perfect for dramatic centerpieces in mix
combination containers.

Grower Information:

More compact than shore, Westland has warm red and green coloring

Astelia has bunching thickets of cushy foliage are very soft, including tips. “No-brainers” to grow – fabulous in containers.