Anemanthele lessoniana-0
RHS Recommended: Award of Garden Merit

Anemanthele lessoniana

£11.50

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Overview

Widespread throughout New Zealand growing along mountainous streams. Forms dense clumps of mid green fine leafed semi evergreen foliage and produces feather-like flowers produced in summer followed by gold and orange foliage autumn tints.

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Performs well in partial shade and will grow in most soils except waterlogged..

Planting Instruction

Prepare the ground well by turning the soil, removing large stones etc, and improve heavy clay soils with the addition of organic matter and grit. Avoid using fertilisers: a dressing of bonemeal is all that is necessary. Make sure that the planting area is moist and, if the grass is dry at the root, stand it in a bucket of water for 30 minutes. Plant at the same height as the plant was growing in the pot.

Watering is the key to success, especially in the first year after planting. Check your plant daily during hot, dry or windy weather and ensure that the plant receives a thorough soaking at least 2 or 3 times a week.

If you are planting your grass in a pot, ensure it has a drainage hole, use a good quality compost with added grit and be diligent about watering.

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Flowering Months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Flower Colour

Cream
Availability Date

April to November
Flower Type

Single
Flowering Month

August
Soil Type

Acid, Alkaline, Heavy clay, Light sandy, Normal, Thin chalky
Aspect

Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness

Hardy
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Foliage Type

Semi-evergreen
Foliage Colour

Green, Gold/yellow, Red/Orange
Height after 10 years*

90-120 cm (3-4ft)
Pot Size

2 Litre
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