Transform your garden into a lush tropical paradise! Tiger Grass (Thysanolaena maxima) looks identical to bamboo but grows in a clean, non-invasive clump. Perfect for fast privacy screens, pool landscaping, and windbreaks without the fear of aggressive runners taking over your yard.
Key Features & Benefits
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🌿 Non-Invasive Clumping Habit: Enjoy the exotic appearance of bamboo without invasive underground runners.
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⚡ Ultra-Fast Growing: Reaches a full height of 2 to 3 meters quickly to create a dense green wall.
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🧹 Low Mess: Broad, lush green leaves produce far less leaf drop compared to true bamboo.
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🌸 Feathery Plumes: Produces beautiful, arrow-like broom flowers in late summer to autumn.
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🏡 Versatile Landscaping: Excellent for pool borders, garden accents, patio containers, or windbreaks.
Plant Care & Quick Specifications
| Specification / Care |
Details |
| ☀️ Sunlight |
Full sun to partial shade |
| 💧 Watering |
Regular watering; prefers moist, well-draining soil |
| 📏 Mature Height |
2.5 m to 3.5 m (8 to 12 ft) |
| 🌡️ Hardiness Zone |
Tropical & Subtropical (protect from hard frost) |
| ✂️ Maintenance |
Low; cut back older culms once a year for fresh growth |
