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Chionochloa Conspicua Nz

Chionochloa conspicua (Hunangamoho)

Hunangamoho, Snowgrass

Chionochloa conspicua, commonly known as Snowgrass or Snow Tussock, is a hardy, NZ native, ornamental grass. It grows as a large tussock with long, arching, mid-green leaves tinged red-brown to about 1.6 m tall and 1.2 m wide. Chionochloa conspicua is often used for wetland revegetation it is also very effective in large gardens or for planting around water features such as ponds and streams. That said, Snowgrass does make a fabulous addition to a garden.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Grasses
  • Height:
    1.60 m
  • Spread:
    1.20 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Containers, Parks, Ponds, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian

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