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Isolepis cernua

Fiber-Optic Grass, Scirpus cernua

Isolepsis cernua (aka Scirpus cernua), commonly known as Fiber Optic Grass, grows as a tidy clump to about 25 cm tall and the same wide with green foliage and interesting silver flower heads. Isolepsis cernua is commonly planted alongside a pond or stream, planted around outdoor living areas, mass planted on a bank, or maintained in a container.

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The average plant height is 15 cm
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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Grasses
Height:25 cm
Spread:25 cm
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Riparian
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Also known asFiber-Optic Grass, Scirpus cernua

Isolepsis cernua Details

Isolepsis cernua, commonly known as Fiber Optic Grass, is an eye catching, ornamental grass. It gets its name from the silver-coloured flower head at the end of each green stem which gives the appearance of a fibre optic thread. It grows as a tidy clump to about 25 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when grown in a moist soil that drains well in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of moderate frost and wind. Isolepsis cernua is commonly planted alongside a pond or stream, planted around outdoor living areas, mass planted on a bank, or maintained in a container. This plant becomes an interesting talking point and is great for adding texture to a garden.

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