Botanical Name: Common Names:
Baloskion tetraphyllum Feather Top PBR Tassel Rope Rush, Plume Rush, Australian Reed, BUNNAN,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Herbs & Vegetables Clumping, Tufting
Description:
Feather Top™ Baloskion is a clumping perennial herb that is much more compact than the common form. It performs well in moist, wet boggy sites, water courses or shallow areas of ponds. Can work in relatively dry areas if irrigated, also if shaded. This plant wont seed, self sow or become weedy because it is dioecious. Gets very few pests and diseases. Size: 50-75cm high x 45cm wide. Uses: Moist, wet or boggy and shady sites, pots and as a feature. Great for rain gardens. Baloskion was formally known as Restio.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Any Any
Landscape Use(s)
Habitat, Shady Garden, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods
Family Name: Origin:
Restionaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate