Arthropodium cirratum ‘Matapouri Bay’ (Rengarenga Lily) is a hardy, New Zealand native perennial, valued for its striking flowers, bold foliage, and coastal tolerance. It’s ideal for low-maintenance, naturalistic, and coastal gardens.
 
Description
Clump-forming perennial with long, strap-like green leaves
Produces clusters of star-shaped white to pale pink flowers on tall stems in summer
Forms dense, attractive clumps up to 50–70 cm high
Hardy and long-lived, with dramatic seasonal flowering
 
Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun to partial shade
Prefers well-drained soil, tolerates sandy and coastal soils
Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established
Hardy to wind, frost, and coastal exposure
Low maintenance; remove old leaves and spent flower stems if desired
 
Uses in Landscaping
Ideal for coastal gardens, rockeries, and naturalistic plantings
Excellent as a feature perennial or mass planting
Adds texture, vertical interest, and seasonal color
Suitable for residential gardens, parks, and low-maintenance landscapes
Works well in mixed plantings with other native perennials and grasses