Description
Elegia tectorum 10LT is an attractive indigenous restio with slender, upright stems that bring texture, movement, and architectural interest to the garden. This evergreen plant is well suited to water-wise landscapes, modern garden designs, and feature plantings where its graceful form can be appreciated year-round. It performs particularly well in fynbos and coastal gardens and requires very little maintenance once established. Its upright growth habit creates a striking visual effect when planted in groups or as an accent plant. Grows to approximately 1–2m tall and 1–1.5m wide at maturity.
Care Guide
• Light: Thrives in full sun and performs best in open, well-lit positions.
• Water: Water regularly while establishing, then only during extended dry periods.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy soil and is well suited to coastal and fynbos gardens.
• Frost: Tolerates light frost once established but may require protection in severe frost areas.
• Growth: A low-maintenance evergreen plant that provides year-round texture and movement.
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