{"product_id":"lions-ear-alba-seeds-leonotis-leonurus","title":"Lion's Tail Alba Seeds — Leonotis leonurus","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStriking White Whorls on Tall Architectural Stems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLion's Tail Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eLeonotis leonurus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a bold and dramatic perennial that commands attention in any garden. The white form of the classic orange Lion's Tail, Alba produces tiered whorls of tubular white flowers stacked along tall, square stems — a stunning architectural statement from late summer through autumn. Rarely available in New Zealand, this is a genuine find for gardeners seeking something truly distinctive. Native to South Africa, it thrives in the NZ climate and is a magnet for nectar-feeding birds and insects alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤍 \u003cstrong\u003eStriking white tiered whorls\u003c\/strong\u003e — bold, architectural, and unlike anything else in the border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐦 \u003cstrong\u003eAttracts nectar feeders\u003c\/strong\u003e — irresistible to tūī, waxeyes, and other nectar-loving birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent pollinator plant\u003c\/strong\u003e — bees and butterflies love it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eTall and dramatic\u003c\/strong\u003e — grows to 1.5–2 m, perfect for the back of the border or as a feature plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/strong\u003e — thrives in warm, sunny, well-drained positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍂 \u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering season\u003c\/strong\u003e — blooms from late summer well into autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds in spring into a fine seed-raising mix at 20–25°C. Seeds can be slow and erratic to germinate — patience is rewarded. Grow seedlings on in a warm, sheltered position before planting out after the last frost. Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil; Lion's Tail dislikes wet, cold conditions. Once established it is vigorous and drought hardy. Particularly well suited to warmer NZ regions such as Northland, Auckland, Hawke's Bay, and Nelson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Lion's Tail Alba (\u003cem\u003eLeonotis leonurus\u003c\/em\u003e), with growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45048731893829,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/whitelionstail.jpg?v=1779683893","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/lions-ear-alba-seeds-leonotis-leonurus","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}