{"product_id":"hyacinth-grass-reineckia-carnea","title":"Hyacinth Grass - Reineckia carnea","description":"\u003cp\u003eHyacinth Grass (\u003cem\u003eReineckia carnea\u003c\/em\u003e) is a hardy, evergreen strappy plant related to liriope and mondo grass, growing 30cm to 40cm high and about 50cm wide. It is one of the few plants that is content in deep shade, clay and wind. In spring and summer it sends up short stems of scented pink-white flowers, followed by red berries in most autumns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrives in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It does not mind deep shade, which makes it valuable under trees and along south facing walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery frost hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e It stands up to hard frost and exposed, windy positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScented flowers, then berries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Short stems of pink-white starry flowers appear in spring and summer, followed by red berries in most autumns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles clay.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows happily in clay soil, as long as the soil holds some moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTidy and easy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright evergreen leaves stay neat all year, and clumps can be divided in spring to make more plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroundcover in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 30cm apart to form a continuous carpet under trees and shrubs, where grass will not grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and edging.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single row at 40cm gives a soft, strappy edge along shaded paths and beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposed and windy sites.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it is tolerant of exposed situations, it suits shaded spots that other plants find too windy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Hyacinth Grass in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade or part shade. It is very frost hardy, so it grows across most of the country, from cool temperate gardens to the shadier gardens of the subtropics. Avoid hot afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly acidic, moisture retaining soil. It copes with clay, and benefits from compost dug in before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks. After that it needs only moderate water. A regular liquid plant food keeps the foliage looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e None needed beyond tidying tatty leaves. Divide clumps in spring if they become crowded, and replant the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Hyacinth Grass as tube stock, in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. Tube stock is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly and is the economical choice for covering a large area, while the potted packs give a fuller clump to start with. Plants travel upright, and are best planted out soon after arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liriope\"\u003eLiriope, a close relative\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-full-shade\"\u003ePlants for full shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ground-covers-for-low-maintenance-gardens\"\u003eGroundcovers for low maintenance gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/the-best-ground-cover-plants-for-shade\"\u003eThe best groundcovers for shade in Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prefers shade or part shade, and is happy in deep shade. Strong afternoon sun is the one thing to avoid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I make more plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide clumps in spring, and replant the pieces. Water them in well and mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Treat them as ornamental, and keep them away from small children and chewing pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790872084799,"sku":"REI-CAR-tube","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790872117567,"sku":"REI-CAR-140MM-P10","price":203.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67790872150335,"sku":"REI-CAR-200MM-P6","price":190.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/hyacinth-grass-reineckia-carnea.jpg?v=1792210637","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/hyacinth-grass-reineckia-carnea","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}