Astelia chathamica

A New Zealand Native of the we, peaty doils in the Chatham Islands. Chathamica is one of the larger Astelias getting to 1.5m in height. Has broad, stiff, erect silvery leaves. It flowers in October and November followed by bright orange fruits in February to June. Great as a feature plant in mass plantings, or used in contrast to other plants with dark foliages.