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Herbaceous Perennial
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Loam
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Neutral, AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Aristea are compact, mostly evergreen perennials with linear leaves and short-lived, saucer-shaped flowers in spring and summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- C & S Africa
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a well-drained, loamy soil in full sun. Will need winter protection in all but the most sheltered gardens.
Propagation
Propagate by seed (indoors) at 15-20°C in spring or autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut faded flower spikes to the base. Remove older, untidy leaves.
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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