Chionochloa flavicans (Dwarf Toe Toe, Miniature ToeToe)

What is the optimum spacing for Chionochloa flavicans (Miniature ToeToe)?

The optimum spacing for Chionochloa flavicans plants to merge and form an effective ground cover is 60-70 cm apart. However, if you want them to grow as a unique plant, they will need to be spaced at least 1.2 metres apart. The spacing for Miniature ToeToe to merge to a limited degree is 80 cm apart.

Landscaping uses for Chionochloa flavicans (Dwarf Toe Toe) in NZ

Chionochloa flavicans is a popular choice in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass-planted either as a ground cover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, or planted around outdoor living areas, such as pools and barbecue areas. This hardy, NZ native grass is also perfect for gardens around commercial buildings that are often somewhat neglected. Chionochloa flavicans is favoured by landscape designers across NZ. It is the showy flower heads, tidy form, and versatility of this plant that make Dwarf Toe Toe a popular choice in landscaping.

Chionochloa flavicans care

Chionochloa flavicans prefers full sun to light shade and thrives in well-drained soils. Once established, it is tolerant of dry conditions and light frosts. Minimal maintenance is needed - remove spent flower stems and any dead foliage in late winter to keep it tidy. Space plants 60–80 cm apart for best effect in mass plantings or borders.

Chionochloa flavicans for sale in NZ

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What are the best Dwarf Toe Toe growing conditions?

The best growing conditions for Dwarf Toe Toe are a full sun or part shade position on a well-drained site. This is a hardy plant that tolerates frost, drought, cold climates, wind, coastal conditions, and most soil types, except for extremely wet conditions. Above all else, ensure it is grown in well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged. Similarly, if you intend to grow Chionochloa flavicans in a pot, ensure that only potting mix is used and never garden soil. After planting, be sure to spread native plant fertiliser across the soil surface. Use indoor plant fertiliser only if you are growing the plant in a pot.

What size does Chionochloa flavicans grow to?

Chionochloa flavicans grows to about 90 cm tall and the same wide, and it will reach this within three years with optimal growing conditions. If the growing conditions are less favourable, the plants may stay smaller and will take longer to reach their mature size.

Why is Chionochloa flavicans called Miniature Toetoe?

The name "Miniature Toetoe" for Chionochloa flavicans comes from its visual resemblance to the larger, more well-known toetoe species, Austroderia. Chionochloa flavicans produces feathery, plume-like flower heads that bear a resemblance to the flowering plumes of the larger toetoe. The overall form and the way the flower heads emerge from the foliage create a visual similarity. Chionochloa flavicans is significantly smaller than typical toetoe species, hence its name "miniature". It's important to note that botanically, Chionochloa and Austroderia (toetoe) are different genera. Therefore, while the visual comparison is valid, the name is a common name rather than a strict botanical one.