CHIONOCHLOA flavicans 'Taupo Lights'

A tall growing New Zealand grass with variegated green foliage which has cream margins, arching pale green flower plumes which age to cream
  • Height
    80cm (32in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Ornamental grasses
    Arching flowering stems to 1.5m (5ft) with silky, pale green plumes ageing to cream and fawn
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
  • Full sun

CHIONOCHLOA flavicans 'Taupo Lights'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Excellent for dried flower arrangements if cut before fully mature. Cut out old flowered stems in early winter
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    New Zealand
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Australian / New Zealand
    Border
    Suitable for a mixed or shrub border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
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  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Protect crown from excessive winter wet
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80cm (32in)
 Ornamental Grass - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in)
  

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