Botanical Name: Common Names:
Poa poiformis Kingsdale Coast Tussock Grass, Blue Tussock Grass, PP500,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting Clumping, Tufting
Description:
Kingsdale® Poa has brilliant blue arching foliage that adds softness to any garden or landscape. Kingsdale® Poa performs well on sloping sites that require erosion control, and is excellent for coastal positions. It is smaller than 'Eskdale'. Size: 45cm high x 45cm wide. Uses: Ideal for mass plantings or as a border. Tolerates exposed areas.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Erosion Control, Groundcover, Habitat, Indoor Plant, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). Use slow release fertiliser in spring and/or autumn. Trim back annually to 15cm above the ground in autumn or late winter. Where it works: NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA, WA & QLD (only for non humid regions like Toowoomba with some shade)
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Poaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Blue, Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High
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