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Scientific
Name:
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Cannomois grandis
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 12-15' tall X 5'-6'
wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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males
have plumy brown blooms, females are rounded brown capsules,
spring through summer
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Zone
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hardy to 20-25°
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Description,
Notes
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one of the showiest
members of the Restio (Restionacea) Family; this South
African native features showy brown and red strapped culms
rising to 15 feet; can be used in large containers; regular
water; acidic well-drained soil; low/no Phosphous fertilizer
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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