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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