Poa colensoi (blue tussock)

Poa colensoi, commonly known as Blue Tussock, is a small alpine NZ native forming neat clumps of fine, blue-green foliage. Its compact size and subtle colouring make it ideal for sunny, dry sites where a light, textural accent is needed. Well suited to rock gardens, borders, containers and high country style plantings, it enhances the habitat for smaller alpine species while remaining low-maintenance and resilient.

Reaching around 0.3m tall and 0.3m wide, Poa colensoi grows at a medium rate and thrives in full sun, tolerating partial shade. It prefers free-draining soils and performs reliably across Queenstown and Central Otago, handling wind, cold and dry conditions once established. Its tidy form and cool tones make it a versatile choice for naturalistic or alpine-inspired landscapes.

Choose Poa colensoi for a compact NZ native tussock that delivers fine texture, soft colour and dependable performance in dry, sunny environments.

1L: $7.00
2.5L: $11.00

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