About
Restio are wiry, rush-like perennials from South Africa producing photosynthetic, jointed stems that substitute for leaves, with small, brown, sedge-like flowerheads. A rewarding and architectural genus for a frost-free, sunny, well-drained garden.
About the genus
Restio are wiry, rush-like perennials from the Cape Floristic Region of South Africa with photosynthetic, jointed green stems and small, sedge-like flowers. Grown in frost-free, sunny, well-drained gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.