Baloskion tetraphylllum – Tassel Cord Rush

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Baloskion tetraphyllus - tassel cord rush
Baloskion tetraphyllus - tassel cord rush
Baloskion tetraphyllus - tassel cord rush

This rush-type plant grows in dense clumps, with striking green foliage ending in feathered tips which create an attractive display. Produces bronze flowering stems in Summer, these can be used for indoor floral arrangements or left on the plant to create a striking mass display. The seeds of the common form provide an attractive food source for native birds such as finches. Ideal for gardens and landscape planting, and also suitable for container planting. Extremely versatile in all regards, it can be grown in full sun or full shade and is moderately frost tolerant. It grows well in moist boggy areas and shallow water with little to no maintenance. In containers or dry areas it performs best in partial to full shade with regular watering.

Family : Restionaceae

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Plant Type : Grass or grass-like, Clumping perennial, Aquatic

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

Soil Type : Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam

Climate Zone : Tropical, Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Boggy poorly drained, Needs regular watering

Special Uses : Cut flower, Bog gardens, Erosion control, Pollution tolerant

Scientific Name: Baloskion tetraphyllum

Common Name : Tassel Cord Rush

Height : 1.8

Flower Color : Brown

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden, Wildflower meadow

Light : Sunny, Light shade, Half shade, Heavy shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Seed eating birds, Other insects