Tall subtropical grass for sandy coastal areas. It help to stabilize dunes and protect beaches from high winds and tide. It provides food and habitat for birds, small animals and insects.
Direct sowing autumn or spring.
Calendar| I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII | IX | X | XI | XII | |
| Sow outdoors |
| Attracts Wildlife | Birds, Insects, Lizards, Mammals |
|---|---|
| Average germination (%) | 60 |
| Hardiness | Drought resistant |
| Plant use | Coastal garden, Desertification, Erosion control, Low maintenance garden |
| Seeds per gram | 166 |
| Soil - Moisture | Fresh to moist |
| Soil - Ph | Acid to neutral |
| Soil - Type | Sand |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |

Easter 2026
This week we will only be shipping orders on Monday 30 March to ensure that orders arrive before bank holidays.
We will resume deliveries from Tuesday 7 April 2026.
The nursery will be open until Thursday 2 april. If you would like to collect your order or visit us we would be delighted to welecome you from 8 am to 2 pm.
Happy Easter !