Plant Details:
Scientific Name: Isolepis cernua
Common Name: Fiber Optic Grass
Hardiness Degree: 0°F (-17.8°C)
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Shade Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Spacing: 15 - 25" (38 - 64cm)
Height: 6 - 8" (15 - 20cm)
Width: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)
Exposure: Partial Sun
General Information: Use as an indoor plant, unique ‘seeds’ orbit around the plant, adds interest to Mixed Containers
Grower Information:
Plug crop time: 5 weeks
Transplant to finish: 6 to 7 weeks
Annual grass like plant features a short mound of soft green leaves accented by flower spikes that look like “fiber optic” strands. Ideal for adding texture to mixed containers or marketing as an indoor plant. Dense, mounded habit needs no pinching or PGRs, grows upright when young and drapes as it matures. Performs well in wet conditions. Prefers shade, but can handle sun if moisture is maintained.
Colour group: Green
Containers: 306 pack, 4 in./10 cm, 6 in./15 cm*, Gallon
*3 plants per pot