Astelia fragrans is one of the most common species of Astelia growing throughout New Zealand.
It has attractive broad green flax-like leaves, stiffly arched and the ribs are often reddish. It has scented flowers in Spring.
The female plants bear bright orange berries in Summer.
Astelia fragrans can be difficult to grow in humid areas if not in dry shade.

• H 1m x W 1m
• Requires semi-shade or shade
• Tolerates dry or normal soil conditions
• Need good drainage
• Can be suspectible to phytophthora (root rot)
• Frost hardy
• Wind tolerant