Libertia cranwelliae

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 20"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-10b

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Libertia cranwelliae plant details

Libertia cranwelliae is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Libertia cranwelliae

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Libertia cranwelliae

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rarely offered iris, endemic to New Zealand's north Island and threatened in its natural habitat. Cranwell's iris resembles Libertia ixioides, with fans of slightly wider, somewhat stiff, grass-like leaves, to 20" tall. Turning a bit more yellow in bright sunlight, and short sprays of white flowers nestled among the leaves in spring followed by decorative, orange seed pods that hold on for months. Best in full to part sun with regular summer water for best appearance. Frost hardiness is known reliably to 20° F, USDA zone 9, but colder tolerances haven't been tested. Let us know.