Libertia grandiflora [Neil Leonard]

Also Known As

Libertia grandiflora 'Neil Leonard'
New Zealand Iris

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 32"-3'
W: 18"-2'

planting zones

8a-11

Libertia grandiflora [Neil Leonard] plant details

Libertia grandiflora [Neil Leonard] is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Libertia grandiflora [Neil Leonard]

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 2 FT - wide, 32 IN - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Libertia grandiflora [Neil Leonard]

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bold, evergreen iris relative from New Zealand forming clumps to 3 ft tall x 2 ft wide of long narrow leaves, green and a bit shiny then coppery especially with cold weather. Clusters of small white, perfect iris flowers stand above the foliage for a long period in late spring. Full sun to part shade in rich, well-drained soil with regular water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8. This form wild collected by Neil Leonard in southern New Zealand.