Overview
Thamnochortus bachmannii is a tufted herbaceous perennial in the genus Thamnochortus, part of the Restionaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thamnochortus bachmannii grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include coastal, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Thamnochortus bachmannii is a tufted, herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Thamnochortus in the Restionaceae family. This evergreen, grass-like plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with south or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils that are acidic. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for coastal and sub-tropical gardens, as well as conservatories and greenhouses. Interest in this cultivar is mainly during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by division of rhizomes in spring.
About the genus
Thamnochortus is a group of plants in the Restionaceae described as a genus in 1767. The entire genus is endemic to Cape Province in South Africa.Species
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thamnochortus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Thamnochortus bachmannii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Grass Like
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Sub-tropical, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thamnochortus bachmannii
- Propagation
- Division of rhizomes in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free, may be susceptible to glasshouse whitefly and red spider mite if grown under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thamnochortus bachmannii?
Thamnochortus bachmannii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thamnochortus bachmannii need?
Thamnochortus bachmannii grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thamnochortus bachmannii hardy in the UK?
Thamnochortus bachmannii has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Thamnochortus bachmannii?
Division of rhizomes in spring.
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