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Chionochloa Rubra Red Tussock

Chionochloa rubra

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Red Tussock Grass, Chionochloa rubra NZ, Red Tussock

Chionochloa rubra, commonly known as Red Tussock, is a tussock grass that produces red leaves with a graceful arch. It grows to 1 m tall and wide in full sun on a well-drained site. Chionochloa rubra is often mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, included in alpine gardens, used in rock gardens and borders, or used to line an entrance or path.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Grasses
  • Height:
    1.00 m
  • Spread:
    1.00 m
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian

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