Baloskion pallens ‘Didgery Sticks’ Native Rush
A type of native sedge that forms a clump of wiry upright stems giving a grass-like appearance. It has golden brown flowers on the ends of the stems in spring. Good for vertical accent in garden beds or pots. Tolerates waterlogged conditions and adapts well to heavy soils. Likes a full sun position to be at its best.
This plant was formerly known as Restio pallens.
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- Baloskion pallens ‘Didgery Sticks’
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- Baloskion pallens ‘Didgery Sticks’
| Scientific Name: | Baloskion pallens |
| Family: | Restionaceae |
| Common Name: | Native Rush |
| Plant Type: | Grass or grass-like |
| Height: | 1 ~ 1.5 metre |
| Width: | 1 metre |
| Flower Colour: | Brown |
| Flowering Time: | Spring |
| Ph Level: | Mildly acid, Neutral |
| Soil Type: | Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil |
| Plant Environment: | Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden |
| Climate Zone: | Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean |
| Light: | Sunny, Light shade |
| Growth Habit: | Evergreen |
| Lifespan: | Perennial |
| Soil Moisture: | Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage, Boggy poorly drained |
| Special Uses: | Bog gardens, Fast growing |
| Attracts Wildlife: | Lizards |
Angus recommends Bush Tucker fertiliser for native plants