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Cape Reed

A compact South African marsh plant with upright, jointed, matte blue-green stems that grow as wide as the diameter of a pencil. Each joint is enveloped by an ornamental papery bracht that blends hues of cream, rust, scarlet, and brown. Dark brown flower heads grow at the tips of the foliage.

Low waterFull Sun3 - 5 feet H x 3 - 5 feet WOrange County delivery

Plant Information

Botanical name

Chondropetalum tectorum

Water needs

Low, Moderate

Light needs

Full Sun, Filtered Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Shade

Mature height

3 - 5 feet

Mature width

3 - 5 feet

USDA zone

Zones 8 - 10

Size & final look

1 gal

Starter size

Best for budget planting and massing

5 gal

Balanced impact

Visible sooner without jumping to specimen pricing

15 gal

Balanced impact

Visible sooner without jumping to specimen pricing

Mature size: 3 - 5 feet x 3 - 5 feet.

Spacing guide: 2-3 ft apart for a fuller planting.

For privacy lines, slopes or HOA-facing front yards, choose planting with care so our crew can confirm layout before installation.

Planting & 3-Month Care

Delivery & Guarantee

Cape Reed

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Cape Reed

—$21.50