Tiger Grass (Thysanolaena maxima)
$68.00
A tightly clumping grass native to SE Asia with very large leaves and pink flower heads. Bamboo like appearance. Ideal for subtropical gardens as a feature plant or hedge. Fast growing and lush green.
| FULL NAME: | TIGER GRASS Thysanolaena maxima |
| HEIGHT WHEN MATURE: | 2.5-3m |
| POLE DIAMETER MATURE: | 2cm |
| SHAPE: | "V" shape |
| LEAF FORMATION: | Poles visible for bottom 1/2 then large broad leaves to top |
| SUGGESTED PLANTING DISTANCE: | 1.5m between plants |
| LANDSCAPE OPTIONS: | Hedge, screen |
| KNOWN FOR: | hardy tall clumping grass with flowers |
| OK FOR POTS? | ✓ |
| BEST CLIMATE: | Full sun to part shade |
| TEMPERATURE RANGE: | to -2°C |
| WATERING: | Every other day for first month until established. |
| OPTIMIM FEEDING: | Twice a year (Spring & Autumn) - suggested Osmocote slow release 6mth |
| BEST SOIL: | Free draining soils with good organics turned over. Can mulch with a leaf litter (not tea tree). If soil is sand mix in organic matter. If clay mounding is recommended. |
| SHIPMENT OPTIONS: | 200mm pots - can fit up to 6 in a special plant box. 300mm & 45L bags need to be trucked in, see our freight information page for approx pricing and delivery schedules. |
