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Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Astelia fragrans
Height: 1.5m;  Spread: 1.5m
Kakaha (Lily & Iris-like)
Green flax-like leaves. Fragrant flower spikes (spring). Difficult in humid areas. Prefers light shade.
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Taken from Ulva Island March 2009
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