Silver Tussock (Poa Cita) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
A fine-leaved, wiry, perennial tussock grass native to New Zealand.
Silver Tussock
Poa Cita
A fine-leaved, wiry, perennial tussock grass native to New Zealand.
Quick Facts
Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10
Safety
🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
✅
Non-Toxic
Growing Conditions
Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, specimen, accent
Care Calendar
Monthly care tasks for Silver Tussock
Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Sep
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Oct
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Dec
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Expert Care Tips
Pro tips from botanists and plant experts
Watering Tip
Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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Taxonomy
Family:Poaceae
Genus:Poa