Libertia sessiliflora - cl. 1 [Alarrobo, Chile]

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

8a-10b

Libertia sessiliflora - cl. 1 [Alarrobo, Chile] plant details

Libertia sessiliflora - cl. 1 [Alarrobo, Chile] is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring orange and purple flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Libertia sessiliflora - cl. 1 [Alarrobo, Chile]

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and purple blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Libertia sessiliflora - cl. 1 [Alarrobo, Chile]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen dwarf libertia, native to Chile, with dark green, iris-like foliage that produces confident, erect spikes of pale purple flowers with vibrant gold-to-orange anthers in spring followed by attractive, reddish seed pods. We like it planted along pathways, near water, or as a mixed-border planting, where it plays nicely with tulbaghias, bearded iris, and other grass-like perennials. Height and width to 18-24". Part sun to full shade best with regular watering in summer. Can be divided by rhizomes every three years or so. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8.