Species Pendant Grass

Pendant Grass

Arctophila fulva

Pendant Grass (Arctophila fulva) is an ornamental plant species native to North and Central America. It is a perennial grass with flat blade-like leaves that grow from a dense tuft. In the summer months, the long, arching flower heads grow up to 40 cm and turn from green to velvety burgundy as they mature. Its natural habitat is in shallow, wet areas, so it is best to keep this grass moist at all times to promote healthy growth. Its versatility makes it a popular choice for landscaping projects, and its unique pendant flower heads create dramatic visual interest in any garden.

Watering:

Minimal

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

brown,black Fruits Ready In Fall

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Burdock (Arctium X Mixtum) should be watered once per week. Water the soil until damp, but be careful to not overwater. If overwatered, the soil should be allowed to dry before being watered again. Burdock also benefits from misting the foliage or increasing the humidity once per week. Make sure that the soil is allowed to dry out between waterings. Burdock should not be allowed to stand in water for extended periods of time.

sunlight

Burdock (Arctium x mixtum) prefers full sun, at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It does best in a sunny, well-drained location, and will tolerate partial shade as well. If the plant is grown in a shaded area, its growth may be stunted and leaves and stems may become less vigorous and prone to disease. Burdock prefers cooler temperatures during the day, with temperatures between 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit (18-21 Celsius) and exposure to direct sunlight during the late morning and early afternoon hours.

pruning

Burdock (Arctium X Mixtum) should be pruned in late winter to early spring. Prune back tall, lanky stems to 1/3 of their original length to promote increased branching and a more compact habit. This species can also be coppiced, which is a form of pruning where the plant is cut back to within a few inches of the ground. Coppicing should be done every few years to keep the plant full and healthy.

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