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Gahnia xanthocarpa

Gahnia xanthocarpa

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Giant Cutty Grass, Gahnia xanthocarpa

Gahnia xanthocarpa is a clump forming grass that has glossy, green leaves with sharp, cutting edges and typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Flower spikes up to 3 m tall rise above the foliage and hang with a drooping nature. The plant forms an imposing specimen, particularly when in flower. Gahnia xanthocarpa is ideal for planting at the base of trees, revegetation plantings, and environmental plantings.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Ponds, Screening
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Giant Cutty Grass, Gahnia xanthocarpa

Gahnia xanthocarpa Details

Gahnia xanthocarpa is a clump forming grass that is ideal for environmental plantings. It has glossy, green leaves with sharp, cutting edges and typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Flower spikes up to 3 m tall rise above the foliage and hang with a drooping nature. The plant forms an imposing specimen, particularly when in flower. Best performance with this grass is achieved when it is grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frosts, dry periods, coastal conditions, and moderate shade. Gahnia xanthocarpa is ideal for planting at the base of trees, revegetation plantings, and environmental plantings.