Bloc It®

Tiger Grass 180MM

Thysanolaena latifolia

I am Tiger Grass. My family originated from Asia.

Habit Shrub - Non Invasive Bamboo Alternative
Plant family Poaceae
Graceful and commanding I am a perennial grass resembling bamboo and reaching heights of up to 3 meters in as little as 2 years. My tall, arching leaves are broad and elegant, swaying gently in the breeze, while my feathery, plume-like flower heads add a touch of softness and sophistication. My dense growth creates a natural privacy screen or windbreak, and I provide shelter for birds and insects. I thrive in warm climates and prefer sunny or partially shaded areas. My ability to grow in a variety of soils, from rich loam to rocky terrain, makes me a versatile addition to gardens, slopes, and even degraded land. I am drought-tolerant once established, but I appreciate consistent watering to keep my foliage lush and vibrant. Beyond the elegance I bring to the garden landscape I am incredibly useful. My long, sturdy flower stalks are traditionally harvested to make high-quality brooms, a craft for which I am widely celebrated. I help stabilize and rehabilitate soil making me an excellent choice for erosion control on hillsides and embankments. Low-maintenance, I require little care beyond occasional trim to maintain my shape. My mature flower spikes add visual interest and can be cut for floral arrangements.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
Adaptable to many garden styles I make a great feature or other structural element in the garden
I move elegantly with the breeze and am suitable for windy areas, coastal areas and exposed locations
Fast growing with dense foliage and an upright habit I am perfect for screening and hedging
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun and tolerate shade
Height: 3m Width: 1.5m(Size at point of sale approx. 50cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established
Hardy I cope with frost, dry conditions and will thrive in almost all well drained soils
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant Feathery Brown flowers Green foliage Flowers Jan-Mar, Dec
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success

Old canes can be removed for tidyness or cut me back to ground level every 4 to 5 years, I regrow quickly

Suggested spacing: 1m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Ask your retailer for Tiger Grass by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Tiger Grass

Thysanolaena latifolia

Bloc It® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 180mm

Product code: THYMAX18S

Barcode: 9319711057731

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.