38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Anemanthele lessoniana
Gossamer Grass, Hunangamoho, Wind Grass
$8
PB3
Mature height:
60 - 90 cm
Mature width:
60 - 90 cm
A spectacular native evergreen grass forming a shimmering, arching fountain. Features slender, trailing blades that shift dynamically from bright green to striking streaks of copper, orange, and blood-red. Bears delicate, misty flower panicles that catch the breeze beautifully.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Highly adaptable; thrives in poor, dry, or clay soils with good drainage.
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; colour intensifies dramatically in open sun.
Flower
Feathery, gossamer-like copper-pink flower sprays in summer.
Care & Maintenance
Anemanthele lessoniana is an attractive, versatile grass that establishes well in Central Otago when provided with shelter.
• Performs best in sunny positions for strong colour.
• Remove old foliage in spring for fresh growth.
• Light trimming is sufficient to maintain a tidy shape.
• Avoid wet soils, as it prefers dry conditions.
Common Uses for
Anemanthele lessoniana
01
Kinetic Visual Feature
Adds beautiful texture and constant fluid movement when planted in drifts along breezy garden margins.
02
Shaded Tree Understory
Thrives elegantly under the root competition of mature native canopies, illuminating darker spots.
03
Modern Landscape Drift
Massed in geometric modern grids to deliver shifting metallic-copper colour blankets year-round.
04
Terrace Feature Pots
Functions as a spectacular, weeping structural accent that spills fluidly over dark concrete containers.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only