Bush Lily (Astelia Fragrans) is a perennial herb in the Asteliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Astelia fragrans is a clump-forming evergreen herbaceous perennial native to New Zealand, known for its sword-like green leaves with metallic silver undersides and fragrant green flowers.

Bush Lily

Bush Lily

Astelia Fragrans

Astelia fragrans is a clump-forming evergreen herbaceous perennial native to New Zealand, known for its sword-like green leaves with metallic silver undersides and fragrant green flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bush Lily

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteliaceae
Genus:Astelia