Libertia paniculata Shadow Star

Libertia paniculata Shadow Star

Botanical Name: Libertia paniculata Shadow Star Common Names: Branching Grass Flag, Native: Yes Foliage Type: Evergreen Type: TBA Plant Habit: Clumping, Tufting, Upright

Description: Shadow Star™ Libertia is an improved form of a popular Australian Native. What really sets the Shadow Star™ plant apart is its wider, and darker green shiny leaf. Accompanied with its elegant weeping foliage, and larger, clean white flowers. Shadow Star™ Libertia is an excellent native alternative for those light to moderately heavy shaded areas. It is sure to be the star of any garden. Mass planting, cottage gardens, containers, along fences and driveways. Size: 30-40cm high x 40-50cm wide.

Mature Height: 30-60cm Position: Semi Shade, Shade Mature Width: 30-60cm Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sandy

Family Name: Landscape Use(s): Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Embankment, Erosion Control, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Mass Planting, Origin: Park And Gardens, Playgrounds, Rockery, Shady Garden, Tropical Garden, Wetlands, Container / Pot, Under Trees Characteristics:

Foliage Colours: Green Pest & Diseases: Flower Colours: White Generally trouble free Flower Fragrant: No Flowering Season: Spring, Summer Cultural Notes: Fruit: Insignificant Light to moderately heavy shade, not recommended for full sun. Suits most soils (clay, loam, sandy loam, clay loam and potting mix) prefers moist soil with moderate Requirements: drainage. Once established will tolerate light frost and moderate drought. Water as Growth Rate: Moderate required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky Maintenance Level: Medium mulch is recommended). Ensure crown or base of plant is not below soil or mulch level. If required use slow release fertiliser in spring. Prune early August if required. Water Usage: Medium / Moderate Information & Images courtesy of Ozbreed.

Tolerances: Drought: Medium / Moderate Plant Care: Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch Frost: Moderate well Wind: Moderate

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