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Libertia chilensis

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 24"-48"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Libertia chilensis plant details

Libertia chilensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Libertia chilensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Libertia chilensis

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic

Gardening facts about Libertia chilensis plant

How to Grow Libertia chilensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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aka Orange Libertia

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - occasional
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aka Libertia 'Goldfinger', Libertia ixiodes 'Goldfinger', Goldfinger New Zealand Iris

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 18"

Width: 18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Mikoikoi, New Zealand Iris, Tukauki

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 15"-18"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • occasional
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aka Libertia 'Taupo Blaze', Libertia ixioides 'Sunset Blaze', Taupo Libertia

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - low
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aka Gold Leaf New Zealand Iris

Plant Type

Grass / Grass Like

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 15"-18"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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