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Chionochloa flavescens

Snow Tussock, Haumata, Snow Grass, Snowgrass

Chionochloa flavescens, commonly known as Snow Grass or Haumata, is grown for its foliage, golden tassels, and hardiness. It grows as a clump to about 1.5 m high and the same wide bearing narrow, green leaves with a graceful arch. Chionochloa flavescens is a hardy grass that is commonly planted alongside water, mass planted under trees, or individually in rock gardens, or used to line a walkway or driveway.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Grasses
Height:1.50 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Containers, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asSnow Tussock, Haumata, Snow Grass, Snowgrass

Chionochloa flavescens Details

Chionochloa flavescens, commonly known as Snow Grass or Haumata, is an impressive native grass grown for its foliage, golden tassels, and hardiness. It grows as a clump to about 1.5 m high and the same wide bearing narrow, green leaves with a graceful arch. Stems bearing fluffy flower heads rise above the foliage in summer and remain on the plant for several months. It grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site and it is tolerant of low fertility soils, wind, frost, cold climates, coastal conditions, and dry periods. Chionochloa flavescens is a hardy grass makes a fantastic addition wherever it is used. It is commonly planted alongside water, mass planted under trees, or individually in rock gardens, or used to line a walkway or driveway.

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