Botanical name – Thysanolaena maxima
Common name – Tiger Grass
Description – A perennial form of grass that closely resembles bamboo, ideal as soft screening or a feature plant in tropical or Asian inspired gardens. Has a very tight, clumping habit with lime green foliage and will not sucker or run like bamboo.
Flower Colour – N/A
Flower Period – N/A
Fruiting – N/A
Location – Grows best in fertile soil in full to part shaded areas of the garden. Can tolerate morning sun but avoid direct, late summer sun.
Care – Maintain regular watering while establishing and during the hotter months of the year. Never allow soil to dry out completely. Fertilise regularly to maintain full, healthy form.
Mature height – 3m H x 1.5m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
140mm – 20cm
200mm – 40cm
300mm – 70cm
400mm – 120cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
Part Shade | |
High Watering | |
Ideal for Pots | |
1.5m Wide | |
3m High |