Libertia peregrinans
Kiwi Libertia
Description
Libertia peregrinans is a perennial. Grows to 2 ft. high, and 1 ft. wide. Narrow, stiffly errect olive green leaves have an orange to brownish orange center stripe. Branching clusters of inch-wide flowers on stems shorter than leaves.
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.
Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers