Austrostipa
(Austrostipa ramossissima)

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Evergreen upright bamboo-like perennial grass (1.5m x 0.8m) from NSW, Qld & Lord Howe Island. Soft deep green leaves on slender bamboo-like stems. Panicles of feathery pale green flower spikelets persistant from winter through to summer. Useful vertical accent or in groups amongst native grass beds or shrubs. Moderately frost tolerant. Drought tolerant.

Type
Native
Maintenance
Low
Water use
Minimal
Tolerances
Frost, Drought
Shade levels
Full sun
Colours
Green