retirement roses

known for its striking lavender-pink

Low maintenance but will require some protection in colder regions

unlike a bouquet of Roses you would typically purchase

upright panicles open and bloom into masses of pale pink or white flowers

Astelia 'Silver Shadow' Agapanthus 'Queen Mum' retirement rosesAstelias are unusual perennials. Most silver foliage plants grow best in relatively dry conditions but astelias are more adaptable. They grow naturally in boggy places in New Zealand and so will take more moisture in gardens than you might expect; but they've also proven to be drought tolerant. Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration