chionochloa conspicua nz
Chionochloa conspicua nz, also known as Snowgrass or Silver Tussock, is a striking native grass that captures the rugged beauty of New Zealand’s wild landscapes. With its arching, silvery-green foliage and tall, elegant flower plumes, Chionochloa conspicua brings dramatic movement and texture to any garden. Whether you’re restoring a natural area, designing a coastal planting, or searching for an architectural statement for modern landscaping, Chionochloa conspicua nz is a versatile and hardy choice for gardeners across the country.
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 with red-brown, to a height of about 1.6 m and a width of about 1.2 m. Chionochloa conspicua is often used for wetland revegetation. It is also very effective in extensive 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:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
