About

Restio tetraphyllus subsp. meiostachyus is a wiry, rush-like South African perennial producing the characteristic photosynthetic stems and small, sedge-like flowerheads of the genus. A rewarding plant 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.