Poa labillardieri var. labillardierei (Common Tussock Grass)
Poa labillardieri var. labillardierei (Common Tussock Grass)
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Poa labillardieri var. labillardierei (Common Tussock Grass) is a robust native perennial grass forming dense tussocks of fine arching green foliage that create strong texture and movement in the landscape. Its natural upright and flowing habit makes it suitable for native gardens, mass planting, borders and revegetation projects where reliable ground coverage and structural planting are required.
This adaptable grass thrives in a wide range of conditions and maintains year round presence with minimal maintenance once established. It is valued for its resilience, ability to stabilise soil and its soft visual effect in larger planting schemes. Customers choose it for its dependable growth, low care requirements and versatility across residential and commercial landscapes. It integrates well with other native species and helps create a natural layered planting style. A practical option for sustainable garden design, it delivers consistent performance, seasonal texture and strong ecological benefits while maintaining a neat and controlled tussock form throughout the year.

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Mature height
0.3–1.3 m
Mature width
0.3–0.8 m
Spacing
0.5–1 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Green to greyish-green foliage, green to purplish flowerheads
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
October to February
Sun tolerance
Full sun to semi-shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; remove old foliage and spent flowering stems to maintain vigour and appearance
Root System
Dense, fibrous, and strongly tufted root system; non invasive; moderately deep, typically 30–80 cm