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Horsetail Restio/ Broom Reed

Elegia capensis (Large)

This elegant Restio forms a lovely upright tussock with brown flower heads which are followed by brown seed-heads. This Restio looks great next to a pond.

Native to:
S. Africa
Eventual height:
2 m
Eventual width:
1.5 m
Hardiness:
Full hardy
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Ideally well-drained, acidic moisture retentive soil
Flower:
Brown
Leaf:
Mid green
Flowering period:
August to September

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Maintenance

Enusre it is mulched in well when planting, and give it regular water during summer. Try to avoid planting in a location that is prone to frost.

Further information

A 7.5L 'capensis' will have an approximate height and spread of 0.8m x 0.3m.

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