Botanical name:

Bulbinella hookeri

Common name(s):

About:

This species typically grows larger than B. angustifolia, making it suitable for borders or rock gardens. The strap-like leaves are broader, and the plant can reach heights of 60cm to 1m. Stout flowering stems produce spikes of bright yellow, starry flowers during the summer months. It inhabits alpine regions of the North Island and the upper South Island. When planted in groups, it creates an appealing display and thrives in either full sun or light shade. The plant requires moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth.

Natural habitat:

Prefers to grow in damp alpine sites, and in shady and sheltered hillsides. It can form extensive colonies.

Growing environment:

Frost, Sun, Shade, Wind & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

New Zealand’s North Island and the upper South Island.

Height: 60cm - 1m

Flowering:

November – January with a yellow coloured flower/s

Fruiting:

January – April

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food & Riparian plantings

How to grow:

Grown from seed or, more easily division.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed this up though