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Ischyrolepis subverticillata

Restio

Botanical name: Ischyrolepis subverticillata
Common name: Restio
Family: Restionaceae
Plant Type: Perennial, Evergreen

Flower colour:

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

Ischyrolepis subverticillata, is a restio species native to South Africa. Restios are part of the Restionaceae family, which includes many evergreen perennials similar in appearance to grasses.

Ischyrolepis subverticillata is an evergreen species with attractive feathery foliage and small, inconspicuous flowers. These low-maintenance plants just require an occasional tidy up by pruning out dead, damaged or unruly culms.

For best results, grow Ischyrolepis subverticillata in full sun or dappled shade, in moist, well-drained soil. Avoid planting in alkaline soils and plant in a spot with plenty of air movement.

How to grow Ischyrolepis subverticillata

Plant size

1.5m height

1.5m spread
Aspect

South facing, west facing
Position in border

Middle

Sun exposure: Dappled shade, full sun
Hardiness: Frost hardy
Soil type: Acidic / clay / heavy / moist / well drained / light / sandy
Plant care: Needs regular watering in pots

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