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    Rhodocoma arida

    Also Known As

    • Restio

    Plant type

    perennial, grass / grass like

    size

    • H: 4'-6'
    • W: 1'-2'

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

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    Rhodocoma arida plant details

    Rhodocoma arida is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with chocolate and green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhodocoma arida

    Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
    Plant family: restionaceae
    Foliage: deciduous chocolate and green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: tan blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhodocoma arida

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This species forms slender, whip-like stems to 6' that are often ringed at the base by fine, wiry foliage giving the plant a most unusual appearance. All parts of the plant are a dusty gray-green except for the occasional sandy-brown bracts or inconspicuous flowering clusters. Though it will tolerate seasonal wetness, this species normally prefers dry areas. Not a good choice for containers due to its large, unruly size. Hardy possibly to 30F.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Rhodocoma arida plant

    How to Grow Rhodocoma arida

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - low

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • chocolate

    • Flower Color

      • tan

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Rhodocoma capensis

    aka Cape Restio

    Plant Type

    Grass / Grass Like

    Zones

    8b-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-6'

    Width: 5'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture
    Photo of Rhodocoma capensis by Patricia Cunningham
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