Overview
Libertia cranwelliae is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Libertia, part of the Iridaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Libertia cranwelliae grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, gravel garden, prairie planting and cut flowers.
About
Libertia cranwelliae is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial from the Iridaceae family. Like other Libertia species, it features evergreen, grass-like leaves and produces panicles of saucer-shaped flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for flower borders, gravel gardens, prairie plantings, and cut flowers, offering interest from spring through to autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Libertia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Libertia cranwelliae size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Gravel garden, Prairie planting, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Libertia cranwelliae
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Libertia cranwelliae?
Libertia cranwelliae prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Libertia cranwelliae need?
Libertia cranwelliae grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Libertia cranwelliae hardy in the UK?
Libertia cranwelliae has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Libertia cranwelliae?
Seed, Division.
More in the Libertia genus
- Libertia chilensisNew Zealand satin flower
- Libertia grandiflora
- Libertia peregrinansNew Zealand iris
- Libertia chilensis stoloniferous
- Libertia umbellata