Restio similis

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Dwarf restioPerennialFamily: Restionaceae

Flower colour:

Green

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front, middle

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Dwarf restio, Restio similis, forms tufts of grass-like culms, which move lightly in the wind. In summer, dark brown seedheads form. It’s a great choice for planting amongst flowering plants or other grasses in a sunny ornamental border. But it’s also suitable for growing in groups, where the mass of gently moving culms will provide dramatic effect.

Grow Restio similis in well-drained soil in a sheltered spot in full sun. Cut back the previous year’s stems in spring to promote new growth.

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Restio ‘Similis’ and wildlife

Restio ‘Similis’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Restio ‘Similis’ poisonous?

Restio ‘Similis’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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