Anemanthele lessoniana AGM or Stipa arundinacea
Anemanthele lessoniana or as it has been more commonly known for many years Stipa arundinacea is a tightly tufted grass originally from New Zealand. It has a soft arching habit glowing with shades of bronze, gold and copper in autumn and sways attractively in any breeze. Flowers from June-Sept. Evergreen. Approx. 1m x 1.2m. Sun or part-shade in well-drained soil. Good for planting among shrubs or in a mixed or herbaceous border. Do not cut back. Tease out old growth in spring. Wear gloves or use secateurs.