About
A vigorous, clump-forming perennial that grows from thickened rhizome roots. In autumn it produces white star-shaped flowers above thin, grass-like, semi-evergreen leaves.
About the genus
Hesperantha are semi-evergreen, rhizomatous perennials with narrowly sword-shaped, erect leaves and spikes of starry or bowl-shaped flowers from late summer to late autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, moist but well drained soil in full sun. Keep roots moist. Shelter from cold, drying winds. Mulch with organic matter in winter.
PruningNo pruning required. Remove withered leaves and flower stems by hand.
PropagationPropagate by seed at 13-16°C (55-61°F) in spring. Propagate by division in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free