chionochloa rubra nz
Chionochloa rubra NZ, commonly known as Red Tussock, is a striking native grass that brings iconic New Zealand landscapes right into your garden. Celebrated for its arching, coppery-red foliage and graceful, feathery flower heads, this hardy ornamental grass thrives across a variety of settings, from rural lifestyle blocks to contemporary city spaces. Whether you’re establishing a native planting scheme, restoring a wetland area, or creating a contrasting feature in a mixed border, Chionochloa rubra is an outstanding choice, valued for its colour, movement, and resilience in the challenging New Zealand climate.
Chionochloa rubra
Chionochloa rubra, commonly known as Red Tussock, is a striking New Zealand native grass admired for its tall, arching foliage in shades of bronze and red. Naturally found in tussock grasslands, this hardy plant adds colour, texture, and movement to the landscape.
From $18.50
- 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:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
