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Seed no. 1267
Chasmanthium latifolium
Spangle Grass, Sea Oats
£2.81
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In stock · approx. 20 seeds per packet
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Germination
Sow directly from autumn-early spring. Sow into prepared soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Surface sow, rake in gently allowing a light covering of soil only. Natural winter cold should offer ideal conditions for germination to occur in spring as the weather warms. Ideal temp. for germination 20°C. Thin as required.
Growing
Prefers any moist but well-drained fertile soil in full or partial sun. Will tolerate full shade. Easy to grow. Requires little attention.
Cultivation
Will self-seed freely. Cut back in late winter. Propagate by seed or via division in early summer.
| Genus | Chasmanthium |
|---|---|
| Species | latifolium |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Common name | Spangle Grass, Sea Oats |
| Seed number | 1267 |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life cycle | Perennial |
| Position | Full sun, Partial shade, Shade |
| Soil type | Clay, Chalky, Sandy, Loam |
| Soil acidity | Alkaline, Neutral, Acid |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Height | 2.1m |
| Sow | Jan, Feb, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec |
| Seeds per packet | 20 |
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