Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ — Hardy Perennial, 3L Pot
Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ — Hardy Perennial, 3L Pot
Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ — a hardy herbaceous perennial with flowering late spring to early summer. Supplied as an established specimen in a 3L pot, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Hardy herbaceous perennial
- Mature size: 90 cm–2 m × 60 cm–1 m (variety dependent)
- Flowering: Late Spring to Early Summer (Cordyline varieties)
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Well-Drained Soil
- Supplied as: Single plant in a 3L pot
The detail
From the metallic shimmer of Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ to the vivid pink-striped leaves of Cordyline ‘Charlie Boy’ & the elegant cream-edged variegation of Torbay Dazzler, these evergreen structural plants transform outdoor spaces with their form & colour. The collection spans an array of tones—from the lime freshness of Lime Passion to the bronze warmth of Peko—each variety offering contrast & vertical rhythm throughout the seasons. Together, they provide texture, movement & tropical charm to modern landscapes, Mediterranean schemes or container displays.
Each plant is supplied as a healthy, fresh & fully established 3L rootball in its nursery pot, grown in premium peat-free compost & hand-raised at our Yorkshire nursery. Professionally cultivated for strength & resilience, these garden-ready plants arrive fully rooted & ready to thrive on arrival. Cordylines reward maturity with tall flower panicles that attract pollinators, while Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ delivers a striking metallic accent year-round. Perfect for beginners & collectors alike, they’re hardy, low-maintenance & instantly impactful.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Mature size | 90 cm–2 m × 60 cm–1 m (variety dependent) |
| Growth habit | Upright, Clump-Forming Evergreen Shrub or Perennial |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade, Well-Drained Soil |
| Flowering | Late Spring to Early Summer (Cordyline varieties) |
| Best for | Borders, Patio Pots, Coastal Gardens, Tropical Planting |
Frequently asked
Will it come back next year?
Yes — Astelia ‘Silver Spear’ is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.
When will it flower?
Expect flowers from late spring to early summer (cordyline varieties). Deadheading spent blooms promptly often encourages a second flush.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Supplied as a single specimen in 3L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.