About
A clump-forming, evergreen grass, producing a mound of very narrow foliage, topped by wispy green and purple flower-heads in summer to about 45cm.
About the genus
A genus of over 100 species of perennial grasses, native to North and South America, considered invasive in some countries, with long, green, feathery foliage turning golden in colder months
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeGrass Like
HabitTufted
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
Native toSouth America
Care notes
CultivationGrow in medium to light, moderately fertile soil in full sun. See ornamental grasses cultivation
PruningRemove dead leaves and stems in spring
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in spring or by division in late winter or early spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free