Libertia are half hardy and hardy perennials.
Plants can reach from 30 to 90 cm (1 to 3 feet) in height.
Libertia formosa by Enez35.
They have grass like leaves. Libertia plants then produce spiky stems that are topped by white flowers.
Libertia ixioides - Taupo Blaze by Megan E Hanse.
Flowering occurs in the Summer, once this has finished Libertia produces orange pods.
Libertia peregrinans (New Zealand Iris), photograph by 阿橋 HQ; CC.
Libertia grandiflora (Tukauki / Mikoikoi), photograph by Leonora (Ellie) Enking; CC.
Libertia chilensis syn. Libertia formosa.
Libertia chilensis (New Zealand Satin Flower / Snowy Mermaid / Chilean-iris), photograph by Dick Culbert; CC.
Libertia ixioides (CommName), picture by Jörn S...; CC.
Common Names: Libertia, Mikoikoi, Tukauki, Snowy Mermaid, New Zealand Iris, Pretty Grass Flag.
Life Cycle: Hardy perennial. Half hardy perennial.
Height: 12 to 36 inches (30 to 90 cm).
Native: South America, Australiasia.
Family: Iridaceae.
Growing Region: Zones 8 to 10.
You can start to grow Libertia in either spring or autumn.
It is perhaps simplest in the spring. The seeds should be sown about 3 mm (1/8th inch) deep into flats. Then the seeds should be imbibed by placing the flats in a black plastic bin bag. Next, place in the fridge for three weeks.
After this chilling, sink the flats outdoors in the shade and cover with glass.
As soon as seedlings appear (germination takes from one to six months), transplant them at about 50 cm (20 inches) apart into a sunny part of the garden.
The location should have good drainage. Ideally the soil should be both moist and sandy.
Although Libertia likes to grow in sunny areas, it should not be in an open area as the plant needs to be protected from strong winds.
If you require more Libertia, then they can be divided in the spring time.
I hope that you enjoyed this guide on how to grow Libertia Plants. You may also enjoy the following Iridaceae family growing guides: How to grow Acidanthera, Tritonia, and Watsonia plants.