Crocus combinations

Carex testacea & pot cover combination

Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: any, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: July to August
Hardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection)
Pot cover: Includes a 40x40cm matt Vivo cube planter

From spring to autumn the pale olive-green leaves of this ornamental grass turn a warm coppery-orange through the winter. In midsummer it bears small, brown flower spikes. Although it will take some shade, it colours up best in full sun.

With clean lines and a lightly textured matt black finish, these chunky Elho Vivo cube planters add a modern edge to any space.

Supplied with a removable plug in the base that can be left out for drainage if using outdoors.

Measurements: W40cm x D40xm x H41cm.
Garden care: Comb through the plant in winter to remove dead foliage