Elegia tectorum Hardy It has huge broad fronds

It has huge broad fronds with pale scaly stems

Best in a sheltered spot in rich moist soil

with the bamboo standing 2-3ft tall with 5-6 culms

Use a good loam-based compost

It is also recommended to top dress Agaves with gravel too

Elegia tectorum Hardy It has huge broad frondsName Elegia tectorum Common name South African thatching reed What you get You will receive a fully rooted 5ltr pot standing 2 3 ft tall About Elegia tectorum is used in South Africa as a thatching reed. It's a fast growing and attractive restio forming a tufted clump of bright green foliage reaching 1. 5m in height. The stems are banded green, brown and black and they produce attractive seed heads in autumn. Origin South Africa Planting and care Best