In autumn/winter the spiky swordlike foliage of Taupo Sunset changes from green through yellow/orange to strong orange to intense burnt red. The complement the colourful foliage pure white star like flowers are produced in spring in clusters just clear of the foliage, followed by attractive orange/red berries in autumn. This colourful little plant really packs a punch and is ideal to provide year round interest in the perennial border or as a colourful low maintanance pot or container plant on the deck or patio. Taupo Sunset is winter hardy.

Libertia ixioides Taupo Sunset is protected by European Plant Breeder's Rights under number EU 15712.

This variety has been delveloped by Lyndale Nurseries and Taupo Native Plant Nursery.