Giant Cape Restio
Rhodocoma capensis
SKU
04993
This exotic, elegant member of the grass-like Restio family features handsome, reed-like, arching stems covered with whorls of fine, fern-like foliage. Blooms rise above tall, stately clumps in spring. This tough, cold hardy and adaptable species makes an excellent specimen for container or border and is stunning in mass plantings.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly- weekly or more often in extreme heat.
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| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall, 2 to 4 ft. wide. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring; spikes persist for months |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Landscape Use | Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly- weekly or more often in extreme heat. |
Provide slightly acidic soil. Somewhat drought tolerant when established but looks best with regular water; take care to not overwater during cool season. Mulch to protect roots in cold winter zones. Top growth may die back but will regrow from the base in the spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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