Elegia equisetacea

Also Known As

Broom Reed
Horsetail Restio

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

9b-11

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Elegia equisetacea plant details

Elegia equisetacea is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer chartreuse flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Elegia equisetacea

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: restionaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Elegia equisetacea

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Growing to 5' tall and bearing golden seed heads, this attractive restio provides a dramatic element for plant lovers. Best in full sun with well-drained soils. Like all the restios, this species is relatively new to the California nursery trade.