About
A grass-like, evergreen perennial forming a dense clump of mid-green, linear leaves up to 10cm long, with narrow white margins. Produces small clusters of brown flowers above the leaves in summer.
About the genus
Ficinia are a genus of around 70 species of tufted or rhizomatous, decorative sedges and are common to Africa, Australia and New Zealand. The slim green grasslike foliage may be edged with white and some produce inconspicuous brown flowers in the summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeGrass Like
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass, grow in moist, humus-rich, lime-free compost in full light. Also suitable for use as summer bedding in acid soils, or in containers, but needs frost protection over winter
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed, or by division in spring or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free