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Chondropetalum tectorum – Small Cape Rush
Chondropetalum tectorum – Small Cape Rush

Chondropetalum tectorum – Small Cape Rush

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$19.95
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Chondropetalum tectorum – Small Cape Rush (Thatch Reed)

This South African restio forms a broad, dense clump of stiff gray-green stems topped by dark brown flower spikes. Its upright texture makes an attractive architectural accent in garden beds. Deer resistant and perennial, Small Cape Rush performs best in moist, well-draining sandy soil in sun to part shade. Avoid fertilizers, especially those high in phosphorus. This is the smaller species, reaching 2–3 feet tall; the related C. elephantinum grows 4–6 feet tall.

Key Features:

  • Perennial; broad, dense clumping habit
  • Deer resistant
  • Stiff gray-green stems with dark brown flower spikes
  • Architectural accent for garden beds
  • Sensitive to fertilizers, particularly high-phosphorus formulas

Growing Details:
Height: 2–3' | Spread: 3–4'
Exposure: Sun to part shade | Water: Moist, well-draining sandy soil
Bloom time: Not specified | Bloom color: Dark brown flower spikes
USDA Hardiness Zone: 8–10
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