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.
- 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
