Phaenosperma globosa - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
With its dark green leaf colouring, Wasserfallhirse (Phaenosperma globosa) is a decorative design element in the garden, which also stands out with its upright and clump-forming growth. The brown flower fronds adorn this grass from summer onwards. It feels most at home in a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. In favourable conditions, this hardy grass reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows up to 1 m wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Phaenosperma globosum, Euthryptochloa longiligula, Garnotia japonica.

Leaves
The wintergreen leaves of the Wasserfallhirse are dark green, linear.

Frost hardiness
The Wasserfallhirse has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, clump-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Flower
The brown flowers appear from August to October.

Use
Solitary, group planting