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Isolepis cernua (Fiber-Optic Grass)

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Fiber-Optic Grass, Scirpus cernua

Isolepsis cernua (aka Scirpus cernua), commonly known as Fiber Optic Grass, grows as a tidy clump to about 25 cm tall and the same wide with green foliage and interesting silver flower heads. Isolepsis cernua is commonly planted alongside a pond or stream, planted around outdoor living areas, mass planted on a bank, or maintained in a container.

  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Grasses
  • Height:
    25 cm
  • Spread:
    25 cm
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Hardy, Wet, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Riparian

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