Overview
Thamnochortus lucens is a tufted herbaceous perennial in the genus Thamnochortus, part of the Restionaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thamnochortus lucens 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 lucens is a tufted evergreen cultivar belonging to the genus Thamnochortus in the Restionaceae family. It thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with a south or west-facing aspect. This plant grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soil with an acidic pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for coastal and sub-tropical gardens, as well as conservatories and greenhouses. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and propagation is by division of rhizomes in spring.
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 lucens 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 lucens
- 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 lucens?
Thamnochortus lucens prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thamnochortus lucens need?
Thamnochortus lucens grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thamnochortus lucens hardy in the UK?
Thamnochortus lucens 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 lucens?
Division of rhizomes in spring.
