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Libertia

Libertia is made up of herbaceous or evergreen perennials monocotyledenous growing from short rhizomes, with simple, linear or narrowly lanceolate basal leaves which are often green but may be red, orange, or yellow under direct sunlight. The showy white or blue trimerous flowers are open in spring and are followed by capsules opening by three valves which contain the numerous seeds. It is native to South America, Australia, New Guinea, and New Zealand.

Scientific classification

Genus

Libertia (Libertia)

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Perennial

Lifespan

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

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Care Guide for Libertia

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Libertia flourishes in consistently moist environments and prefers evenly moist soil, with weekly watering for optimal growth. It is moderately drought-tolerant and resilient, making it suitable for outdoor cultivation across various climate zones, benefiting from natural rainfall.

Propagation: Propagation of libertia can be achieved through division or seed sowing. Success depends on well-draining soil, adequate light, and moderate temperatures. Division involves careful root separation, while seed sowing requires maintaining moisture. The general difficulty level for both methods is moderate.

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