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LIBERTIA ixioides 'Goldfinger'
Commonly known as New Zealand iris
A fantastic compact plant with evergreen grass-like golden foliage with a bright central yellow stripe. Pure white starry flowers
individually £14.50 each , 3+ £13.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
New Zealand selection -
EvergreenFans of linear, leathery leaves 20-30cm (8-12in) long.
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White
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Star-shaped
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Fully hardy
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Gold
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialDense, clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Produces dense panicles of, usually, 2-10 flowers 7mm (¼in) across.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
60cm (24in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich. Protect with a winter mulch in frost prone areas.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
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