Astelia Silver Spear 5 Litre Pot

Astelia ‘Silver Spear’

Striking silver foliage for bold contrast and modern planting

Astelia chathamica ‘Silver Spear’ is a stunning architectural plant with long, sword-shaped leaves in shimmering silver-grey. Its bold, spiky form makes it ideal for contemporary gardens, gravel planting schemes, and pots where year-round texture and colour are needed. The metallic foliage offers a dramatic contrast against green planting and works beautifully with darker tones or minimalist designs.

Perfect for adding structure to borders or making a statement in containers.

Key Features:

• Bold, silvery foliage – dramatic and architectural

• Evergreen in mild areas

• Excellent for modern borders, pots, or gravel gardens

• Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established

• Works well as a focal point or contrast plant

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Full sun to light shade

• Soil: Well-drained soil – thrives in sandy or loamy soils

• Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, though may need protection in severe frost

• Maintenance: Little required – remove damaged leaves in spring

Ultimate Size:

• Height: 1–1.2m

• Spread: Up to 1m

• Slow to moderate growth rate

Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ is ideal for adding a sleek, modern edge to planting schemes – its unique colour and strong form bring instant sophistication to any space.