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Products > Rhodocoma fruticosa   Rhodocoma fruticosa This listing for information only - We no longer grow this plant     Habit and Cultural Information Category: Grass-like Family: Restionaceae (Restios) Origin: South Africa (Africa) Evergreen: Yes Bloomtime: Not Significant Height: 2-3 feet Width: Spreading Exposure: Full Sun Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 30-32° F Rhodocoma fruticosa - Similar to Rhodocoma capensis in foliage and arching stems, but smaller at 3 ft. Referenced in Journal of SA Botany - Plants of the Cape Flora as an erect tussock, to 600 mm, rhizomatous, scapes simple, male spikelets paniculate, pendent, occ. With branched sterile scapes - East Cape  This description is based on research and observations of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in our nursery garden and in other gardens that we visit. We also incorporate comments received and appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or if they have additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Rhodocoma fruticosa.     [MORE INFO]