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Xanthorrhoea glaucaGrass Tree
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The Xanthorrhoea glauca, commonly known as the Grass Tree, is a slow-growing and iconic Australian native plant renowned for its striking architectural form. It features a dense crown of long, slender, grass-like leaves atop a rough, blackened trunk that can grow up to 5 meters tall. Mature plants may produce tall flower spikes reaching up to 3 meters, covered in small, creamy-white blossoms that attract birds and pollinators.
Highly drought-tolerant and uniquely beautiful, the Grass Tree is perfect for native gardens, xeriscaping, or as a statement plant in contemporary landscapes.
Specifications:
- Height: 2–5 meters (including flower spike)
- Width: 1–2 meters (crown diameter)
- Native to: Australia (eastern states, including Queensland and New South Wales)
- Foliage: Long, slender, grass-like leaves; evergreen
- Growth rate: Very slow
Conditions:
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils; tolerates poor and nutrient-deficient soils
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water: Low; highly drought-tolerant once established
- Climate: Thrives in arid, temperate, and subtropical regions
Additional Features:
- Flowers: Tall spikes of creamy-white blossoms; sporadic flowering, often following fire or drought stress
- Form: Distinctive black trunk with a dense crown of arching leaves
- Uses: Ideal for feature planting, native gardens, xeriscaping, or as a sculptural focal point
- Spacing: Plant 2–3 meters apart for individual displays
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care; remove dead leaves as needed
- Pest Resistance: Naturally hardy and resilient
- Drought Tolerance: Excellent for water-wise gardens
- Wildlife Attraction: Flowers attract birds, bees, and other pollinators
- Longevity: Extremely long-lived; some specimens are hundreds of years old
- Fire Resistance: Blackened trunk is naturally fire-resistant, a key adaptation to Australian bushland
- Versatility: Complements native, contemporary, and minimalist garden styles
The Grass Tree is a unique and resilient plant, perfect for adding dramatic structure, cultural significance, and low-maintenance greenery to landscapes.
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