Thamnochortus spicigerus
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 4'-5'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Thamnochortus spicigerus plant details
Thamnochortus spicigerus is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. In fall tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Thamnochortus spicigerus
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: restionaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in fall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Thamnochortus spicigerus
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Dense handsome tussocks of artful arching blue-green culms are topped with bronzy wheat-like flowers on tall spikes. Seemingly impervious to heat, wind and coastal conditions and tolerant to both acidic and alkaline soils, this rhizomous grass will delight with prominence and longevity.
Gardening facts about Thamnochortus spicigerus plant
How to Grow Thamnochortus spicigerus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- tan
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Thamnochortus for your garden
aka Thamnochortus insignis, Albertinia Thatching Reed, Thatching Reed
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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