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Lepidosperma australe

Lepidosperma australe

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Lepidosperma australe is a stiffly upright rush with blue-green foliage. Brown seed heads are borne across the plant during summer. This NZ native, perennial grass typically grows to 1 m tall and 50 cm wide but can grow to 2 m tall in favourable environments. Lepidosperma australe is commonly added to a mixed planting, mass planted on a bank, used in riparian plantings, or included in wetland areas.

Lepidosperma australe is currently unavailable.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	50 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wet
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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What growing conditions does Lepidosperma australe prefer?

Lepidosperma australe prefers to grow in a full sun or partial shade position that does not dry out. It is tolerant of frost, coastal environments, and wet soils.