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Xyris operculata ‘Tall Yelloweye’


$4.50

Rush-like plant to 60 cm. Golden yellow flowers on leafless stems in spring/summer.

 

Description

Family: Xyridaceae

Origin: Tas, Vic, SA, NSW

Provenance: Tasmania

Form:  Erect tufted perennial herb with fine grass-like leaves

Height: 0.3 -0.6m x 30cm

Growth rate: Fast

Uses: Shallow ponds, bog gardens

Soil type: Wet pearly soils

Exposure: Full sun to semi shade

Frost: Moderately frost hardy

Drought: Intolerant

Flowers:  Bright yellow flowers opening one at a time in spring

*Seed only

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