Overview
Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' is a plant with a tufted habit in the genus Pogonatherum, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' is a tufted cultivar of the Pogonatherum genus, a member of the Poaceae family. This deciduous grass thrives in full sun and is adaptable to all garden aspects and exposures, from sheltered to exposed sites. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H4. Suitable for architectural features, city and courtyard gardens, as well as cottage and informal settings, it provides seasonal interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed sown in pots in a cold frame or by division in spring.
About the genus
Pogonatherum is a genus of Asian and oceanic island plants in the grass family.SpeciesPogonatherum biaristatum S.L.Chen & G.Y.Sheng - Hainan Pogonatherum crinitum (Thunb.) Kunth - Indian subcontinent, China, Japan, southeast Asia, Papuasia, Marianas, Madagascar Pogonatherum paniceum (Lam.) Hack. - Saudi Arabia, Indian subcontinent, China, southeast Asia, Papuasia Pogonatherum rufobarbatum Griff. - AssamFormerly included
Wikipedia contributors, "Pogonatherum", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Pogonatherum
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pogonatherum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots in a cold frame in spring, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica'?
Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' need?
Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' hardy in the UK?
Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Pogonatherum paniceum 'Monica'?
Seed sown in pots in a cold frame in spring, Division in spring.