Chionochloa pallens subsp. pallens

Chionochloa pallens subsp. pallens

Native to:
New Zealand

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Chionochloa
Species:
Chionochloa pallens subsp. pallens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
120 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
cream, brown

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–45 days
Notes:
Light-sensitive germination. Surface sow or barely cover seeds. Fresh seed germinates best.

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