Overview
Poa labillardierei is a bushy grass like in the genus Poa, part of the Poaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Poa labillardierei grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden and prairie planting. It is native to E & SE Australia.
About
Poa labillardierei is a semi-evergreen grass that develops a compact clump of slender, arching blue-green leaves reaching lengths of up to 60 cm. In mid-summer, it produces delicate sprays of purplish flowers that rise above the foliage.
About the genus
Poa consists of both annual and perennial grasses that develop clumps of narrow leaves along with airy flowering panicles during the summer months.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Poa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Poa labillardierei size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Prairie planting
- Native to
- E & SE Australia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Poa labillardierei
- Cultivation
- Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive, but well-drained soil
- Pruning
- Trim in spring and comb out dead foliage
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Rust can be a problem
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Poa labillardierei?
Grow in fertile, moisture-retentive, but well-drained soil.
Where is the best place to plant Poa labillardierei?
Poa labillardierei prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Poa labillardierei need?
Poa labillardierei is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How do I prune Poa labillardierei?
Trim in spring and comb out dead foliage.
How big does Poa labillardierei grow?
Poa labillardierei reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Poa labillardierei hardy in the UK?
Poa labillardierei has a UK hardiness rating of H4.
How do I propagate Poa labillardierei?
Propagate by seed or by division in spring.