Aciphylla aurea [Pisa Range]

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-10a

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Aciphylla aurea [Pisa Range] plant details

Aciphylla aurea [Pisa Range] is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aciphylla aurea [Pisa Range]

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: rock garden, unique, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aciphylla aurea [Pisa Range]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Robust, clump-forming perennial, these being native to the high elevation grasslands of the Pisa Range in New Zealand. Rosettes reach up to 3 ft x 3 ft, forming tussocks over time, and when mature, produce 2-3 ft tall flower spikes, with spiny bracts producing creamy yellow flowers. Said to be deer resistant. Best in average, well-draining soil, evenly moist to dry, with full to part sun. Prefers afternoon shade in the hottest summer climes. Hardy to USDA zone 7.