Astelia fragrans - Bush Flax, Kakaha, Bush Lilly
Kakaha (Astelia fragrans), commonly known as Bush Flax or Bush Lilly, is the most common species of Astelia found in New Zealand. It features long, sword-like green leaves, sometimes with red midribs. In the center of the plant, it produces clumps of green flowers between October and November, followed by bright orange fruit during the summer months (December – March). It thrives in a wide range of environments and is well-suited for coastal, wetland, and drought-prone areas.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Sand, sun, drought, shade, salt, wetland, wind, coastal conditions, and free-draining soils.
• Endemic Distribution: Found commonly throughout New Zealand.
Specifications:
• Height: 1.5m.
• Flowering: October – November, with green or yellow flowers.
• Fruiting: December – March, producing orange berries.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant (provides food for native birds).
• Riparian plantings (ideal for streamside planting).
• Forests (excellent addition to native forests).
• Pioneer plantings (helps establish ground cover).
• Containers (suitable for growing in pots).
Kakaha is a hardy and versatile plant, perfect for native gardens, wetland areas, coastal environments, and wildlife gardens, where its bright berries will attract birds and other pollinators.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $8 each | 9 for $60
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $15 each | 5 for $60
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $32 each | 4 for $100
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Kakaha (Astelia fragrans), commonly known as Bush Flax or Bush Lilly, is the most common species of Astelia found in New Zealand. It features long, sword-like green leaves, sometimes with red midribs. In the center of the plant, it produces clumps of green flowers between October and November, followed by bright orange fruit during the summer months (December – March). It thrives in a wide range of environments and is well-suited for coastal, wetland, and drought-prone areas.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Sand, sun, drought, shade, salt, wetland, wind, coastal conditions, and free-draining soils.
• Endemic Distribution: Found commonly throughout New Zealand.
Specifications:
• Height: 1.5m.
• Flowering: October – November, with green or yellow flowers.
• Fruiting: December – March, producing orange berries.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant (provides food for native birds).
• Riparian plantings (ideal for streamside planting).
• Forests (excellent addition to native forests).
• Pioneer plantings (helps establish ground cover).
• Containers (suitable for growing in pots).
Kakaha is a hardy and versatile plant, perfect for native gardens, wetland areas, coastal environments, and wildlife gardens, where its bright berries will attract birds and other pollinators.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $8 each | 9 for $60
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $15 each | 5 for $60
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $32 each | 4 for $100
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Kakaha (Astelia fragrans), commonly known as Bush Flax or Bush Lilly, is the most common species of Astelia found in New Zealand. It features long, sword-like green leaves, sometimes with red midribs. In the center of the plant, it produces clumps of green flowers between October and November, followed by bright orange fruit during the summer months (December – March). It thrives in a wide range of environments and is well-suited for coastal, wetland, and drought-prone areas.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Sand, sun, drought, shade, salt, wetland, wind, coastal conditions, and free-draining soils.
• Endemic Distribution: Found commonly throughout New Zealand.
Specifications:
• Height: 1.5m.
• Flowering: October – November, with green or yellow flowers.
• Fruiting: December – March, producing orange berries.
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant (provides food for native birds).
• Riparian plantings (ideal for streamside planting).
• Forests (excellent addition to native forests).
• Pioneer plantings (helps establish ground cover).
• Containers (suitable for growing in pots).
Kakaha is a hardy and versatile plant, perfect for native gardens, wetland areas, coastal environments, and wildlife gardens, where its bright berries will attract birds and other pollinators.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $8 each | 9 for $60
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $15 each | 5 for $60
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $32 each | 4 for $100
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”