Quick Facts

• Mature size: Approx. 1000–1200mm high x 800–1000mm wide

• Position: Full sun to part shade

• Foliage: Green with creamy-white variegation

• Flowering: Early to mid-summer

• Flower colour: Pale green maturing to wheat-gold

• Climate tolerance: Heat and frost tolerant

• Water needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Maintenance: Low

Why You’ll Love It

Offering a softer, lighter alternative to Karl Foerster, this grass brings brightness and structure to perennial borders, contemporary plantings and naturalistic garden designs from early spring through to winter.

Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in full sun to part shade for best foliage colour

• Prefers well-drained soil, but tolerates heavier soils

• Water regularly during establishment

• Leave stems standing over winter for structure and interest

• Cut back to the base in late winter before new growth appears

• Space evenly to allow plants to develop their natural form